For many people, the process of growing their own vegetables is a fun way to learn more about history and better connect to the past. This is especially true with the addition of various open-pollinated and heirloom varieties of plants. Learning more about heritage vegetables, such as those used in the first Thanksgiving dinner, is an interesting way to gain a new perspective in the garden. Historic Garden Design and Heirloom Vegetables Heirloom vegetables refer to specific varieties of open-pollinated edible plants, in which the seeds have been saved and passed from one generation to the next. Lineage of these vegetables can often be documented and traced throughout history. Without the availability of hybrid seeds, historic garden design depended greatly upon these heirlooms. Growing techniques, such as the three sisters garden, were also an important aspect of vegetable cultivation. Three sisters gardens emphasize the value of companion planting in growing. […]
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