Cabbage
Cabbage is a cool-season brassica that grows well in the protected environment of a Growing Dome. This category brings together practical guidance on planting, soil, companion plants, harvesting, and storage, along with cabbage recipes and preservation methods such as kimchi, sauerkraut, and root cellar storage.
The 7 Best Winter Crops to Grow in a Greenhouse (or Your Backyard Garden)
November 25, 2025
Grow fresh food all winter with these seven hardy crops. From beets to lettuce, this list has everything you need. Except kale. We left it out. You’re welcome.
Preserving the Harvest: Pickling and Fermentation
September 24, 2024
Pickling includes both preserving food by submerging in vinegar or by fermentation in a brine. Discover the differences and similarities between these preservation methods.
Preserving the Harvest: Cold Storage and The Root Cellar
June 26, 2024
From drying to freezing there are many food preservation methods to make the harvest last longer. Today, we're highlighting the cold storage method and exploring the idea of building a root cellar.
Growing Cabbage in a Greenhouse
March 5, 2023
Did you know that growing cabbage in a greenhouse can provide you with fresh produce all year round? This humble vegetable has a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire and played a vital role in sustaining the Irish during times of food insecurity. Growing cabbage from seed is easy, and it prefers loamy soil with lots of compost mixed in. Companion plants like broccoli, kale, and swiss chard are great friends to cabbage, and they thrive in the same conditions and climate. Learn more about the benefits of companion planting and how to harvest your cabbage for a second, smaller harvest, or hang it in a root cellar for up to three months. Discover why cabbage is a superhero packed with vitamins, minerals, and cancer-fighting properties.
Deconstructed Cabbage Rolls No Guilt or Gluten
June 7, 2022
This bright, satisfying, yet light lunch keeps you going through your afternoon or you can use it as an appetizer to a favorite Thai dinner entree or even pho. Nasturtium spring rolls are perfect for any warm spring or summer afternoon or evening.
Lumpia: Vegan Filipino Egg Rolls
February 1, 2020
Lumpia – Vegan Filipino Egg Rolls I am a massive fan of any spring roll or fresh roll. But this time of year, they aren’t the first dish that comes to mind. The weather often inspires my appetite. When it’s cold outside, I usually yearn for comfort food like chili, soup, hot tea, etc. Lumpia…
6 Ways to Be 1 Amazing Kid
December 5, 2012
Growing Spaces co-owner, Puja Parsons, subscribes to a number of e-newsletters that keep her abreast of current trends in healthy eating, wellness and sustainability. Many Mondays we come to work and find delicious email forwards in our inboxes with links to great articles. Most recently via Puja’s subscription to DailyGood.org, she shared with us a…