Vertical Hydroponic Garden

by Karen Schriefer

Simple recipes, growing tips, and real-life harvests from my tower garden.

Nutrition Insights: Why Cruciferous Vegetables Matter

Nutrition Insights: Why Cruciferous Vegetables Matter

Nutrition Insights: Why Cruciferous Vegetables MatterKaren Schriefer
Published on: 10/09/2026

Learn what makes cruciferous vegetables unique, what research says about their potential health benefits, and simple ways to include more in your meals.

Nutrition Insights
Hearty Garden Vegetable Soup

Hearty Garden Vegetable Soup

Hearty Garden Vegetable SoupKaren Schriefer
Published on: 04/09/2026

This hearty garden vegetable soup is packed with colorful vegetables and leafy greens for a simple, nutrient-dense meal. Add beans for extra staying power.

Recipes
Meet Mizuna: A Tender Leafy Green Worth Growing

Meet Mizuna: A Tender Leafy Green Worth Growing

Meet Mizuna: A Tender Leafy Green Worth GrowingKaren Schriefer
Published on: 03/09/2026

Meet mizuna, a tender Japanese leafy green with a mild, slightly peppery flavor. See how I grow and harvest it in my Tower Garden and ways to use it.

Tower Garden Tips
Creamy Broccoli Herb Soup

Creamy Broccoli Herb Soup

Creamy Broccoli Herb SoupKaren Schriefer
Published on: 01/09/2026

Creamy broccoli herb soup made with zucchini, fresh herbs, white miso, and plant milk. A simple whole-food plant-based soup without dairy or oil.

Recipes
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