Hands in the Dirt
Stories from a Kitchen Garden Coach and her messy garden.
Seed Saving Basics for Nevada County Gardeners
Paper bags of dried stalks do not have to wait until spring. Here is how to crush, winnow, jar and label seeds from the garden, plus a simple test that shows which jars deserve a spot in next year’s beds.
How to Plan Your 2027 Nevada County Vegetable Garden Now
The best time to plan next year’s Nevada County vegetable garden is before you’ve forgotten what this year taught you. Here’s how to start while it’s still fresh.
Vegetable Gardening for Busy Women in 15 Minutes a Week
The skills that make you good at your career, focus, follow-through and problem solving, are exactly what make a great vegetable gardener. Here is a fifteen-minute way to start using them this week.

