By Mara Higdon What is a cover crop? Cover cropping, also known as “green manure,” is an easy method of soil enrichment and protection. At Bell Garden, we have used winter rye in our beds for the past two years. … Continue reading
By Mara Higdon Crunchy and packed with beta-carotene, I never pass up a freshly harvested carrot. Carrots are a great addition to your fall garden and are a perfect ingredient in hearty soups or stews. Carrots come in all sizes … Continue reading
By Cindy Gilberg Recently, on one of our many rainy days, I perused a copy of the Plants of Merit brochure. Curious as to which ones are native to Missouri, I noticed that many natives are also plants that are … Continue reading
By Andrea McMasters As you may have noticed by now, being or going “green” is becoming popular terminology to describe several industries in the United States and around the world. From automobiles to cleaning supplies to agricultural practices, even to … Continue reading
