Steph Coelho from bobvila said that Peanuts are more than a delicious and filling snack. They’re also a valuable cover crop that can help your vegetable garden flourish.
The humble peanut’s journey from foodstuff to soil booster is a fascinating one. Here, learn how one former slave used his agricultural expertise to pioneer the promotion of sustainable growing practices using the crop, and find out how you can use peanuts in your garden for a bountiful harvest.
Cover crops, also known as green manures, are an alternative to traditional fertilizers, such as animal manure.
Bob Vila hosted a variety of shows—This Old House, Bob Vila’s Home Again, Bob Vila, and Restore America with Bob Vila. Oh, and let’s not forget my cameo appearances on Tim Allen’s sit com, Home Improvement, where Bob Vila got to star.