Underwood Gardens

Soil Life Builds a Healthier Veggie Garden

February 18, 2010

Yesterday Stephen Scott of Underwood Gardens shared some concepts related to the importance of good soil both in and out of the garden. Today he returns to discuss some changes in the way that we think about and manage our gardens that can go a long way towards improving soil quality in our backyards: Building [...]

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Good Soil Enhances Food Value and Flavors

February 17, 2010

Today’s article is a guest post written by Stephen Scott from Terroir Seeds, home of Underwood Gardens and Grandma’s Garden Catalog. Stephen examines the complex relationships between our soil and the food that we eat: Heirloom seeds and plants, whether they are vegetables, herbs or flowers are more popular than ever now, as more people [...]

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A Tale of Three Heirloom Beans

May 24, 2009

Yesterday Stephen Scott from Terroir Seeds, home of Underwood Gardens and Grandma’s Garden Catalog joined us to share some interesting information about growing heirloom beans and their history, cultivation, and tips for saving bean seeds. Today Stephen returns to introduce a few specific heirloom bean varieties and offer us insight into their personalities and the [...]

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Growing, Saving, and Enjoying Heirloom Beans

May 22, 2009

There really is something magical and enduring about beans; from their rich diversity and nutritional value, to the vigorous production in the garden, and viability outside of it. Today’s article about growing and saving Heirloom Beans was written by Stephen Scott from Terroir Seeds, home of Underwood Gardens and Grandma’s Garden Catalog. A Little History [...]

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