Red Rubin Basil – From Seed to Harvest

Indoors All Year Long with the Kratky Method

Continuing our journey in sustainable gardening, we're cultivating Red Rubin basil using heritage seeds saved from our previous harvests. This ensures a continuous sup

Red Rubin Basil:

From Vibrant Garden to Flavorful Kitchen - A Plant Share Treasure

Hello again, fellow plant enthusiasts! At Plant Share For All, we cherish the opportunity to explore the wonders of the plant kingdom, and today we're focusing on a tru

Red Salad Bowl Lettuce - From Seed to Harvest

Indoors All Year Long with the Kratky Method

This marks our third season cultivating Red Salad Bowl lettuce using seeds harvested from our previous crops – a true testament to the resilience of heritage se

Red Salad Bowl Lettuce:

A Vibrant, Versatile Treasure for Your Plate (Fresh & Dried!) - Plant Share Spotlight

Hello again, plant-loving friends of Plant Share! This week, we're shining a bright light on a true star of the garden and kitchen: Red Salad

Oregano – From Seed to Harvest

As We Grow Indoors with the Amazing Kratky Method (Sun-Kissed Option!)

Hey hands-off harvest heroes and flavor innovators! Remember those tiny oregano seeds we nestled into their net pots, ready for the magic of the Kratk

Common Mallow – From Seed to Harvest: As We Grow Together

Welcome to the beginning of our Common Mallow: As We Grow series, where we take you through the full life cycle of this resilient and beneficial plant, from seed to harvest and back again, grow

Mullein:

From Velvety Touch to Year-Round Wellness – A Treasure for Plant Share

Hello Plant Share For All! Whether you've encountered its soft, fuzzy leaves in our local fields or are intrigued by the idea of cultivating it indoors, mullein (Verbascum

Oregano:

Fresh & Dried Delights for Flavor and Well-being!

Hey Plant Sharers everywhere! Whether you're blessed with a thriving oregano patch or are dreaming of cultivating this versatile herb, get ready to explore the wonderful world of oregano – bot

Curly Dock:

Fresh Resilience, Dried Remedy - A Plant Share Exploration

Here in Oshawa, the often-overlooked Curly Dock (Rumex crispus), or Yellow Dock, stands tall with its distinctive wavy leaves and reddish-brown seed stalks. Thriving in diverse env

Dandelion:

From Fresh Bounty to Dried Treasure - A Plant Share Celebration

Here, as the season paints our surroundings with vibrant hues, the cheerful yellow of dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) emerges, a familiar sight in our lawns and gardens. Ofte

True Lavender:

A Soothing Gift – From Seed to Harvest: As We Grow Together

Welcome to the journey of True Lavender within our Plant Share For All initiative—a story of cultivating well-being, right from our indoor hydroponic setup, with exciting new

Broadleaf Plantain – From Seed to Harvest: As We Grow Together

Welcome to our new series, Broadleaf Plantain: As We Grow! This time, we're embarking on a seed-starting trial for one of my favourite plants – Broadleaf Plantain. For those unfamiliar, I

Arugula – From Seed to Harvest: As We Grow Together

Welcome to the start of our Arugula: As We Grow series—a journey through the full cycle of growing, from seed to harvest and back again, right from our indoor hydroponic setup.

We kicked things off by

Arugula:

From Peppery Bite to Powdered Powerhouse – Maximizing Its Potential with Plant Share for All

At Plant Share for All, we're all about celebrating fresh, versatile produce that supports vibrant, healthy living—and few greens embody that spirit

True Lavender:

A Soothing Gift for Plant Share For All

Plant Share For All is dedicated to providing resources that enhance the well-being of our community. While food plants are essential, we also recognize the power of plants that offer therapeutic

Common Mallow:

A Gentle Healer from Our Gardens for Plant Share For All

The Plant Share For All program is committed to providing resources that support holistic health and well-being. In addition to providing food plants, we also want to highlight th

Broadleaf Plantain:

A Humble Healer for Plant Share For All

Plant Share For All is about empowering our community with accessible wellness solutions. While we often focus on culinary plants, we also want to highlight the healing power of readily avail

Cherry Tomatoes: Tiny Bites of Health for Plant Share For All

The Plant Share For All program is about providing more than just sustenance; it's about cultivating health and well-being within our community. That's why we're excited to include cherry t

The Health Benefits and Uses of Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper is more than just a spice; it's a centuries-old treasure with a wide range of potential health benefits and uses.  

Health Benefits

• Boosts metabolism: Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin, which