Frugal Cottage

Spring is right around the corner and with spring comes the opportunity to start your own garden. This seems like a daunting task for many, but with some simple understanding of how to weed your plot of land properly your gardening may be a lot simpler this year.

In the green: Gardening industry sees boom as families grow own veggies to save on groceries
LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — With the recession in full swing, many Americans are returning to their roots — literally — cultivating vegetables in their backyards to squeeze every penny out of their food budget.
Industry surveys show double-digit growth in [...]

Herbs are fun to grow and easy to use. Herbs can be a frugal cook’s best friend because they can enhance even the simplest fare making it seem grand! Herbs are easy to grow–you can even grow them on your kitchen windowsill.