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Guide to Planting a Boxwood Hedge

Boxwood hedges are a classic design element of both formal and informal or cottage-style gardens. They function as the structure or “bones” of a garden. Learn how to design, plant and care for boxwood hedges of your own.

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A small boxwood seedling placed in a hole underneath a string guideline sitting next to an auger and a few spring perennialsMany small boxwood seedlings lined up along a string guideline to form a hedge surrounding a bed of perennials on a small front lawn

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October 17, 2023

Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi muchim)

A spicy Korean cucumber salad (oi muchim) of crisp chopped cucumbers tossed in a flavorful sweet & spicy, salty & tart dressing. Serve with Korean or Asian-inspired soups & stews, grilled or braised meats & fish or toss it into mixed rice or noodles.

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September 30, 2023

Cantonese Steamed Fish with Ginger and Spring Onion

An approachable take on a classic Cantonese steamed fish preparation that swaps the traditional whole fish for mild white fillets that are cooked gently in the vapors of a bamboo steamer alongside fragrant ginger until moist and just falling apart, c

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three boxwood cuttings on a rock
August 21, 2023

Propagating Boxwood from Cuttings

Boxwood is a classic broadleaf evergreen shrub that’s deer resistant, hardy in zones 5-9 and can be grown in full sun to full shade. It’s an invaluable garden design element both for the winter interest of its evergreen foliage and the structure it l

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June 29, 2023

Quick and Easy Sautéed Collard Greens

One of the quickest and easiest ways to cook nutritious dark leafy greens, these vegan and gluten-free sautéed collards are great as either a no-fuss side for large cuts of meat or fish, or a simple and versatile make-ahead meal prep component for pa

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