It sounds funny, but homegrown vegetables and fruit are exotic for most people.

Growing vegetables shouldn’t seem exotic. It’s straightforward stuff.

As a horticulturist and life-long gardener, I share practical experience about simple ways to garden. And as a writer and journalist, I give frank opinions about what you need...and what you don’t. You’ll find advice served up with a simple, no-nonsense approach.

New to this site? Here’s what you’ll find:
LEARN

• Articles on growing vegetables and fruit, garden planning, soil, and pests.
• Answers to common reader questions.
• Episodes in the children’s garden.
• Ideas for cooking and serving for your homegrown veg.

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• A heads-up on what’s in season.
• Reminders of what to do next in the garden.
• Information about upcoming gardening events.
• Answers to common reader questions.
• And fun stuff about cooking and gardening with kids.

HOMEGROWN BLOG

• Be the first to know about new articles on the website.
• Get timely reminders of what to do next in the garden.

SERVICES

• Hands-on workshops to hone your knowledge of the edible garden.
• Vegetable garden coaching for people who want personalized ideas or help getting started.
• Engaging talks about growing vegetables and success in the edible garden.
• A garden writer who specializes in food, farming, and gardening.