“`html Summer Fertilizing & Pest Control for Peppers and Tomatoes 🍅 If you’re anything like me, by mid-summer your tomatoes and peppers are loaded with flowers, bursting with green fruit—and attracting every bug in a five-mile radius. Here in our Houston suburbs, that heat and humidity create the perfect storm for both abundance and pest…
Some parts of my garden get a little too cozy with the shade — tucked under trees, beside fences, or on the north side of the house. But that doesn’t mean I have to settle for dull, empty corners. With the right shade-loving plants, you can turn those low-light spots into lush, colorful retreats. In…
This is my favorite kind of weeknight meal—fast, flavorful, and a perfect way to use whatever the garden is throwing at me. This stir-fry is packed with summer veggies like bell peppers, squash, and green beans, all tossed in a garlicky-ginger sauce that comes together in minutes. It’s colorful, customizable, and better than takeout. I…
There’s something about the sweet-and-salty combo of melon and prosciutto that just feels timeless—and when the melons are at their peak, you don’t need to do much to make them shine. This salad is my go-to for summer brunches or light dinners on the porch. I add fresh basil, a squeeze of lime, and a…
Every time tomato season rolls around, I can’t resist turning those juicy heirlooms into something simple and showstopping. This bruschetta is as classic as it gets—ripe tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a splash of balsamic all piled onto crispy toasted bread. It’s one of those recipes that tastes like sunshine on a plate. I love serving…
Mint is one of those herbs that grows faster than I can use it, especially in early summer. That’s when I like to steep big handfuls into tea, adding slices of citrus and a bit of fresh ginger to round it out. This isn’t just mint tea—it’s bright, zingy, and a little floral, and it…
