A Cook's Garden by Barbara Damrosch: Latest Column and Archive

Slim pickings in this summer’s garden? You can do better next year. Here’s how.

(The Washington Post, September 14, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The stylish way to keep homegrown onions and garlic on hand

(The Washington Post, September 8, 2017; 7:00 AM)

This popular perennial flower can be turned into a tasty summer snack

(The Washington Post, August 31, 2017; 7:00 AM)

If your weeds are getting wild, first things first: Rescue your crops

(The Washington Post, August 24, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Summer’s bounty presents a perfect opportunity for antipasto

(The Washington Post, August 17, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Good gardening practices are the key to flavorful vegetables

(The Washington Post, August 10, 2017; 7:00 AM)

This herb tastes like tarragon and adds beauty to your back yard

(The Washington Post, August 3, 2017; 7:05 AM)

New artichoke variety puts purple on your plate faster

(The Washington Post, July 27, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Waiting too long to weed can turn a relaxing task into a trial

(The Washington Post, July 20, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Turn your summer harvest into a refreshing drink

(The Washington Post, July 13, 2017; 7:00 AM)

For a better compost pile, balance these two types of ingredients

(The Washington Post, July 7, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Get the most out of your small garden with these dual-role vegetables

(The Washington Post, June 29, 2017; 7:00 AM)

A growing economy: Balancing the books of your backyard investment

(The Washington Post, June 22, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Whether custards, cobblers or clafoutis, fruit desserts make a perfect finale

(The Washington Post, June 15, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Missed the boat on spring gardening? Relax and follow this guide.

(The Washington Post, June 8, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The wheel hoe comes full circle

(The Washington Post, June 1, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Vegetable preparation is relaxing, no matter how you slice it

(The Washington Post, May 25, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Elevate your gardening skills (and save space) with climbing crops

(The Washington Post, May 17, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Planting flowers among fruits and veggies is tempting but tricky

(The Washington Post, May 9, 2017; 7:00 AM)

New reasons to grow an old favorite, the carrot

(The Washington Post, May 4, 2017; 7:00 AM)

‘It’s like eating sunshine’: Going plum crazy for a Japanese tree’s juicy fruit

(The Washington Post, April 27, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Trellises and other supports that blend into the garden — and sometimes shine

(The Washington Post, April 18, 2017; 10:51 AM)

How to plan a better tomato crop this season

(The Washington Post, April 13, 2017; 7:00 AM)

For the gardener, weather woes have a silver lining

(The Washington Post, April 4, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The key to growing healthy plants: Stay off the soil

(The Washington Post, March 30, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The food industry isn’t going to ditch pesticides any time soon, but you can in your own garden

(The Washington Post, March 23, 2017; 7:00 AM)

If pulling weeds makes you want to pull your hair out, there’s a simple solution

(The Washington Post, March 16, 2017; 7:00 AM)

More vegetables, less work: Lessons from the mother of mulch

(The Washington Post, March 9, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Long before small plates became the restaurant rage, they were beloved by gardeners

(The Washington Post, March 2, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Vegetables for patio gardens are more abundant than ever

(The Washington Post, February 23, 2017; 7:00 AM)

You don’t need a large plot to grow a bounty of vegetables and herbs

(The Washington Post, February 16, 2017; 7:00 AM)

A more measured path to sweetness

(The Washington Post, February 9, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The gardener’s little helper

(The Washington Post, February 2, 2017; 7:00 AM)

In winter, coaxing the Belgian endive

(The Washington Post, January 26, 2017; 7:00 AM)

The enduring appeal of wood stoves

(The Washington Post, January 19, 2017; 7:00 AM)

One important winter chore for the gardener

(The Washington Post, January 12, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Resolve to grow a better rosemary plant. Your dinner guests will thank you.

(The Washington Post, January 5, 2017; 7:00 AM)

Forget flowers this year. Try decorating your holiday table with fruit.

(The Washington Post, December 22, 2016; 7:00 AM)

The many ways to bring fruits and vegetables into your daily meals

(The Washington Post, December 13, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Is it too soon to go to seed?

(The Washington Post, December 8, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Why compost is the lifeblood of the garden

(The Washington Post, December 1, 2016; 7:00 AM)

To stay productive in the winter, gardeners need to gear up

(The Washington Post, November 24, 2016; 7:00 AM)

You’ve still got time to pick the winter apple supply and dry some herbs

(The Washington Post, November 17, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Pasta with vegetables: A dish that’s nutritious and delicious no matter the season

(The Washington Post, November 10, 2016; 7:00 AM)

If your homemade jelly just isn’t jelling, apples might be the answer

(The Washington Post, November 3, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Precautions against an early freeze keep the garden alive

(The Washington Post, October 27, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Your trees could be getting birds tipsy

(The Washington Post, October 20, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Harvest time? There’s one last step.

(The Washington Post, October 13, 2016; 7:00 AM)

Why does blue food turn some people green? Probably because it’s so rare.

(The Washington Post, October 6, 2016; 7:00 AM)

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