June/July 2013
Vol. 60, No. 4
FEATURES
Growing Lavender for Art & Soul
Technology gives us a new canvas for using this fragrant herb, beloved for centuries for its ability to soothe body and spirit.
By Florence Rodale
Creature Comforts
Gardening to nurture wildlife doesnít mean sacrificing beauty or drought tolerance, as this Austin, Texas, garden brilliantly proves.
By Linda Lehmusvirta
Vegetable Literacy
Deborah Madison's new cookbook celebrates the nuances of different vegetable families. In our exclusive excerpt, she focuses on the humble yet indispensable bean.
By Deborah Madison
DEPARTMENTS
Thought Lines
Keeping in touch with events and our readers.
We Hear You
Kudos for a cover, and advice on aprons.
Design Dilemmas
Smart ways to think about shade.
Skills & Abilities
How to stake plants and how to peel tomatoes.
We Like This!
Our pets deserve organic products, too.
Profiles
Greene & Blackís Organic founder Craig Sams believes biochar can save us.
Simply Fresh
Summer berries with an appealing tartness.
Flower Power
The healing properties of sunny calendula.
Pay Dirt
Weeds in a lawn aren't just a nuisance; theyíre a sign that the soil needs help.
Ask Organic Gardening
Flowers for hummingbirds, Japanese beetle control, and dealing with mosquitoes.
Good Bug, Bad Bug
The spotted wing drosophila is a tiny invader thatís having a big impact on fruit.
Earth Matters
How fracking affects farmers, becoming a citizen scientist, and the petite Guinea hog.
Common Ground
Taking it slow: Felder Rushing on the rewards of gardening thoughtfully.
Find It Here
Get more information about the people, places, and products from this issue.
Maria's Page
On the cover: The native Echinacea is a star of the midsummer garden. Photo by Andrea Jones.
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