Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Filling

flat of berries

This easy to make Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Filling is a must have in your pantry. It takes the classic combination of strawberry and rhubarb and preserves it when they are at the height of freshness. This is a great recipe to use when you are short on freezer space. This pie filling can be used…

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Strawberry Chipotle Jam

fresh strawberries

The Strawberry Chipotle Jam features sweet berries paired with smoky chipotle peppers for a spectacular sweet savoury jam. Spice It Up If you have never experienced a jam or jelly with a spicy kick, it is something you definitely need to try. Many different peppers can be used when making spicy jams and jellies. The…

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10 Best Herbs to Grow in the Garden

We have created a list of the top 10 Best Herbs to Grow in the Garden. One of the best additions you can add to your yard is a herb garden. It’s a spectacular way to add fresh flavours to your dishes and to add to the dried herb selection in your pantry. Herbs are…

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Gardening During a Drought

drought garden

With much of the country having experienced a drier winter than normal we will look at how we can garden during a drought. With knowledge and good planning, we can have garden success even during the driest periods. Planning for Garden Success When Gardening During a Drought Many factors go into the planning for a…

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How To Grow Corn

corn in a three sisters garden

Corn is a rewarding crop to grow in your garden. With deep roots in history, it is one of the traditional plants grown in a Three Sisters Garden. How To Grow Corn In growing zones lower than zone 4 you should start corn indoors a few weeks before the last frost of the season. Corn…

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