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Grow Your Own Flavor

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Seed Starting for Beginners

April 25, 2026 Tom Papia

Get a head start on flavor! This guide to seed starting for beginners shows you exactly which vegetables to start indoors vs. outdoors for a high-impact kitchen garden.

Categories Kitchen Garden, Grow Your Own Flavor, Seasonal To-Dos Tags beginner gardening, garden planning, garden system, seed starting, spring garden prep
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When to Plant Garlic

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 Tom Papia

Learn when to plant garlic for the best results, including fall vs spring planting, timing tips, and how to grow strong, healthy bulbs.

Categories Kitchen Garden, Grow Your Own Flavor Tags beginner gardening, cool weather crops, gardening, Garlic, grow your own food, planting garlic
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What to Grow First in a Kitchen Garden

April 15, 2026April 9, 2026 Tom Papia

Not sure what to grow first in a kitchen garden? Start with simple greens, herbs, and easy plants you’ll actually use in everyday meals.

Categories Kitchen Garden, Grow Your Own Flavor Tags gardening, greens, grow your own food, herbs, kale, lettuce, Tomatoes
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How to Grow Garlic

April 15, 2026April 8, 2026 Tom Papia

Learn how to grow garlic, choose the right varieties, store it properly, and use it in simple, everyday meals.

Categories Kitchen Garden, Grow Your Own Flavor Tags beginner gardening, cool weather crops, gardening, Garlic, grow your own food
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My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
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