Managing Bugs in Compost Bins, Best Soil, Master Classic Tomato Salsa, and New Way of Protecting Fruit Trees From Frost

Start growing good food at home with daily advice, tips, and tricks from gardeners like you. [FGN Daily]( September 23, 2024 Enjoy this newsletter? Please forward it to your friends [Fall Calendar]( [FREE for You Now: Printable 2024 Fall Garden Planning Calendar Kit!]( Download this kit when you join the Food Gardening Network Gold Club: - Get checklists for garden tasks in September, October, November, and December—every month of Fall! - Prioritize your own garden with personal notes. - 8 fresh-from-the-garden Fall recipes! [Read More ...](   Composting [Tips for Managing Bugs in Compost Bins]( [Tips for Managing Bugs in Compost Bins]( I don’t want to write about bugs in compost bins any more than you want to read about it, but it happens, so here we are. Don’t worry; I’m not going to get into the creepy-crawly details. For your sake and mine, we’ll keep it vague. I’m still emotionally scarred from that scene in The Lost Boys (If you know, you know). [Read More...](  [6 Causes of Citrus Leaf Drop and How to Cure It]( [6 Causes of Citrus Leaf Drop and How to Cure It]( Maybe it’s just because I live in the Northeast, but to me, there’s something magical about citrus trees. [Read More ...]( [Shop Our Amazon Store](  Soil & Fertilizer [The Best Soil for an Indoor Vegetable Garden]( [The Best Soil for an Indoor Vegetable Garden]( If you’ve seen one soil, you’ve seen them all. It’s just dirt, right? Is there any reason you can’t use your raised bed soil for your indoor garden? The answer is not complicated, but there’s a little more to it than just “yes,” or “no.” The best soil for an indoor vegetable garden may not be soil at all. We’ll get to that in a minute. [Read More...](  [Spinach]( [The Spinach Gardening Guide Available Now!]( With The Spinach Gardening Guide, you gain comprehensive knowledge on growing and enjoying this nutritious leafy green. Discover the ideal growing zones, soil requirements, optimal watering, and fertilization methods for lush, healthy spinach. Learn to prevent common pests and diseases and explore easy-to-follow recipes. [Read More ...](  Gardening Humor [A New Way of Protecting Fruit Trees from Frost?]( [A New Way of Protecting Fruit Trees from Frost?]( Have you ever gone to extreme lengths when protecting fruit trees from frost? Or any plants from a late or early frost? This year the weather wasn’t as unpredictable (and wet!) as last year, but the fall was unseasonably warm in between frosts. [Read More...]( [Magazine]( [September 2024 Issue Available Now!]( Discover in-depth articles, such as "36 Things to Plant In September Where You Live" and "What to Plant in September in Zones 4-10." Learn about growing squash vertically, winter herb secrets, and a fall bean teepee project, then explore planting seeds of joy and try our Baked Apple Chips recipe. This month, you also get a special bonus, our "New Fall Garden Calendar Kit". This issue helps food gardeners wind down summer and prepare for fall. [Read More ...](  Easy Healthy Recipe of the Day [Master Classic Tomato Salsa: The OG Chip Companion]( [Master Classic Tomato Salsa: The OG Chip Companion]( Growing up in a bustling household where the kitchen was the heart of our home, I never imagined that a simple bowl of classic tomato salsa would become my culinary claim to fame among friends and family. It all started on a sweltering summer afternoon when the garden was full of tomatoes, my kiddo was getting overzealous with the picking of said tomatoes, and heck, I needed a snack to bring to a potluck. [Read More...](  [Kitchen Gardening Kit]( [This recipe is excerpted from Food Gardening Network’s Side Dishes & Sauces Cookbook:]( - You get more than 185 side dishes & sauces recipes! - Quick, easy-to-make & delicious dishes. - Easy to bookmark as your “Favorite” to use again. - Print out and add to your recipe collection. [VIEW ENTIRE COOKBOOK NOW!](  Food Gardening Magazine | September 2024 [Baked Apple Chips]( [Baked Apple Chips]( We try to keep things healthy at our house. We love chips and salsa, and there’s something so satisfying about crispy, salty potato chips, but we try to limit how much of that tempting crunchiness is in the house. [Read More...](  [Apples]( [Audacious Apples Gardening Guide Available Now!]( Apples are the perfect portable snack. They’re delicious, nutritious, and packed with antioxidants! You can grow soaring, full-sized trees in your yard; grow smaller trees in raised beds or containers; or even train an apple tree to grow along a fence or a wall! No matter how small your garden space, there’s an apple variety for you! Learn about it all in this Audacious Apples Gardening Guide right now! [Read More ...]( GreenPrints Magazine | September 2024 [Pineapple]( [Pineapple]( The pineapple, a fruit that instantly evokes images of tropical paradises, has a rich and fascinating history. Originating in South America, particularly in the region that is modern-day Paraguay and Brazil, the pineapple was first encountered by Europeans when Christopher Columbus arrived in the Caribbean in 1493. He brought this curious fruit back to Europe, where it became an instant sensation. [Read More...](  [Magazine]( [The Rose Lovers Collection]( I’m delighted to introduce you to our latest creation—the printable “GreenPrints Rose Lovers Collection.” It’s a compilation of the most enchanting rose stories carefully curated by our passionate editors. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of this beloved flower, this book is sure to touch your heart and inspire you. [Read More ...]( RecipeLion Magazine | Summer 2024 [Grilled Summer Squash and Red Onion with Feta]( [Grilled Summer Squash and Red Onion with Feta]( This mouth-watering side dish uses grilled summer squash and red onion with feta and lemon to create a warm summer side dish that’s fresh and satisfying! [Read More...](  [Spinach]( [British Garden to Table Recipes]( Our journey led us on a quest for traditional British fare, and oh, what a delightful journey it was! From the historic elegance of The Brown’s Hotel to the cozy corners of neighborhood, taverns, and the bustling streets of Covent Garden, each bite told a story of heritage, innovation, and sheer deliciousness. [Read More ...]( Featured Kit [Bountiful Roots Greeting Card Crafting Kit]( [Bountiful Roots Greeting Card Crafting Kit]( II recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Bountiful Roots Greeting Card Crafting Kit, an artistic endeavor brought to life by the talented Christy Page and curated by Don Nicholas, the Executive Publisher of GreenPrints. This kit delves into the rich tapestry of American agricultural history, spanning more than 400 years and encapsulating the spirit of resilience, unity, and love through a series of beautifully crafted greeting cards. [Read More...]( [FREEBIES: Get Them Now!]( [Best Way to Grow Tomatoes]( [ GET MY FREEBIEÂ]( [Recipes from Your Garden]( [ GET MY FREEBIEÂ]( [How to Grow a Vegetable Garden]( [ GET MY FREEBIEÂ](    About Food Gardening Network: Food Gardening Network is where three dynamic lifestyle brands—GreenPrints Magazine, Food Gardening Magazine, and Recipe Lion Magazine—unite to cultivate your passion for gardening and culinary delights. 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