That feeling is one reason so many moms want to grow at least some of their own food. Not a perfect homestead. Not a huge farm. Just a few dependable vegetables, herbs, and fruits from a backyard, raised bed, or row of pots close to the kitchen.

There’s something so satisfying about pulling fresh garlic from the garden. After months of waiting, watering, and watching those green tops grow taller, harvest time finally arrives! But knowing exactly when garlic is ready to harvest can feel a little confusing for beginners. And here at the end of May, garlic harvest season is getting very close in many gardens! Ours is starting to show those early signs that harvest time is right around the corner. Harvest too early and t