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Get a jumpstart on your cool season crops with these tips from The Organic Gardeners! In this week's "Task at Hand" section, Doug and Jessica disscuss setting up your seed starting area; lights, heating mats, potting medium, timers, fan, containers, domes to cover, watering area, etc.

Brunching with Mom this weekend?

Adding kale to the menu is an unusual, easy, and delicious way to show her you care. It comes in several tasty varieties and has a wide range of beneficial nutrients that are associated with decreased risk of cancer, cataracts, heart disease, arthritis, and emphysema, including anti-oxidants, calcium, and fiber. Not only is it truly a health super-food, but Sautéed Lemon Kale is a great reason to blow off the Eggs Benedict when served with poached eggs and whole-grain toast. It can be tempting to toss aside good nutrition on special occasions, but this is one exceptionally healthy treat that I have come to crave.