Drying & Dehydrating
Drying and dehydrating are some of the oldest, simplest ways to preserve food— perfect for gardeners, foragers, and anyone looking to stock a sustainable pantry. Whether you’re hanging herbs on an old drying rack or using an electric dehydrator, this page will guide you through the techniques, tools, and best ingredients for shelf-stable preservation that you can enjoy all year long.
Getting Started with Dehydrating
What to Dry and How to Begin
You don’t need fancy equipment to get started with drying food. This section walks you through the different drying methods and the best produce to begin with.
Build Your Garden Beds
Create a Foundation for Growing
Good soil and sturdy beds are the heart of a thriving kitchen garden. Here's how to prepare your growing space, whether you're starting from scratch or refreshing an old plot.
Choosing What to Plant
Grow What You Love to Eat and Share
In a kitchen garden, every plant earns its place at the table. These guides will help you choose crops that suit your family’s tastes and your garden’s conditions.
Seasonal Rhythms
Planting with the Seasons
Discover how to align your planting schedule with the rhythms of spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
Watch and Learn
Step Into the Garden with Me
Prefer to watch? Come along for a quiet tour of my seed-starting setup and spring garden planning session.
Starting a kitchen garden is a journey rooted in hope and nurtured with love. Every tiny seed you plant is a promise of beauty, nourishment, and connection to the natural world. I’m so glad you’re here to grow with me.