Edible Gardening Classics: Raised Beds and Heirloom Tomatoes Some things are classic for a good reason, like raised bed gardens and heirloom tomatoes. Keep reading to learn: Why we recommend Raised Bed Gardens for growing food Why September is an underrated month for...
Is September the most underrated month for gardening? You decide! Here’s five reasons to grow a garden in September: Milder temperatures help plants thrive Less pests and disease than the height of summer Enjoy late summer harvests of tomatoes, peppers, squash,...
Fall Updates from Backyard Eats The weather might be cooling off, but fall gardening season is still going strong! Keep reading to learn about our recent projects and fall gardening advice, including: A pollinator-friendly front yard garden What we recommend for fall...
Local Events and Homegrown Flavor This week we’re sharing two exciting local events! Meet Backyard Eats at: The Radnor Fall Festival this Sunday, Sept. 17 A plant swap in Ambler on October 8 Plus, a fantastic family tomato sauce recipe from a local community member!...
Do you want to get the most value out of your homegrown perennial herbs? Dry them at home to enjoy maximum flavor all year long! This method of hang-drying herbs works best for woody perennials like: lavender oregano rosemary thyme sage First, trim stems from the main...
Are you tired of sharing your tomatoes with outdoor critters? Use this hack to harvest tomatoes before the birds and squirrels! Tomatoes continue to mature off the vine, so you can pick them before they’re fully ripe. As soon as the end begins to change color,...
