This Week's Bounty: Heat Tolerant Herbs, Easiest Vegetables to Grow in New England, Kids Farm Stands, and More

Our weekly roundup of advice and tips for growing good food at home. [FGN Daily]( September 12, 2021  Enjoy this newsletter? Please forward it to your friends Spice & Herb Gardening [9 Heat-Tolerant Herbs That Grow Well in Hot Climates]( I’m not gonna lie; it’s darn hot as I’m writing this. The heat index is over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and my parsley is looking at me like, “C’mon, woman! Where’s that AC?” My heat-tolerant herbs, however, are having a party. They’ve got the beach ball out, there’s some Stevie Wonder on the hi-fi, and I’m pretty sure the sunflowers are dancing. [Read More...](  [Basil]( [The Ultimate Sage Gardening Guide Available Now!]( Sage is one of the most versatile and easy herbs for home gardeners to grow! With The Ultimate Sage Gardening Guide, you’ll have everything you need to know about growing and enjoying this versatile herb. [Read More...](  Vegetable Gardening [The Easiest Vegetables to Grow in New England]( I live in New England, and I love having four distinct seasons, even if [winter]( is a bit longer than I’d like. If you’re reading this based on the title, you are likely in New England too (howdy neighbor!) so you know that New England also has a long history of farming, and you probably live on a plot that was once farmland. Bartlett Farm, one of the oldest farms in New England, is in Massachusetts and began growing vegetables in 1659 (or possibly 1639, depending on your source). Casey Farm in Rhode Island began operations in the mid-1700s. All of this to say: if you get a metal detector out in your yard or an open field in New England, you’re probably going to find some gardening supplies. [Read More...](  [Magazine Issue]( [Food Gardening Magazine September 2021 Issue Available Now!]( Read the September 2021 issue, videos include “5 Vegetables to Plant in September”, “How to Make DIY Concrete Stepping Stones for a Garden” and “How to Train Squash to Grow Vertically” In the kitchen, you’ll discover a new recipe for “Winter Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dressing”, and get in-depth articles about Apples, Cilantro, and Lettuce. [Read More...](  Vegetable Gardening [8 Fun Age-Appropriate Kids Farm Stand Ideas]( One of the best things you can do for your kids is to help them start a business. Even a simple lemonade stand teaches them leadership skills, social skills, how to manage money, and boosts their self-esteem. This year a good friend of ours launched a kid’s entrepreneur fair. The idea was that kids would come up with a small business idea, and sell at their own booth. Friends, family, and the local community were invited to come and shop. Naturally, my daughter Ruby loves the idea of being a farmer, and we have a huge garden, so we decided together to make a kids’ farm stand. [Read More...](  [Basil]( [The Wonderful Watermelon Gardening Guide Available Now!]( Watermelon is a delicious treat and a powerful superfood! With this Wonderful Watermelon Gardening Guide, you’ll have everything you need to know about growing and enjoying this delicious fruit, history and background of this sweet summer plant to specific advice on growing, harvesting, and enjoying your hard work! [Read More...](  Watering & Irrigation [How to Save Water with the Clay Pot Irrigation Method]( Hi, my name is Amanda, and sometimes I forget to water my vegetable garden! Phew, that feels good to get off my chest! If you can’t be out in the garden seven days a week, an irrigation system might be the next best thing. There are many irrigation methods to choose from [like sprinkler systems]( or drip methods. Some of these systems can lead to wasting water if you’re not careful. An inexpensive and eco-friendly option is the clay pot irrigation method, which is one of the most water-efficient irrigation systems available. [Read More...](  [Basil]( [The Basil Grower's Gardening Guide Available Now!]( Basil is one of the most essential herbs and can be found in just about every kitchen. With The Basil Grower's Gardening Guide, you’ll have everything you need to know about growing and enjoying this versatile herb. [Read More...](  Watering & Irrigation [5 Benefits of Gravity Drip Irrigation Systems for Hillside Gardens]( The hills are alive with the sound of…growing vegetables? You may think that living on a hillside is a disadvantage when it comes to outdoor gardening. But there are different gardening methods you can use to take advantage of your sloped yard. One great idea is to [build planter boxes directly into your hill](. Another great tool for hillsides is a gravity drip irrigation system. In fact, you can employ both methods and build the hillside vegetable garden of your Sound of Music dreams. Here are five benefits of a gravity drip irrigation system and one challenge to keep an eye out for! [Read More...](  [Basil]( [The Everything Tomato Gardening Guide Available Now!]( Tomatoes are the most popular plant for home gardeners! With The Everything Tomato Gardening Guide, you’ll have everything you need to know about growing and enjoying this versatile food, from the history and background of the mighty tomato to specific advice on growing, harvesting, and enjoying your hard work! 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