Eat Local, Eat Fresh

Oklahoma City chef and organic gardener Kamala Gamble takes a fresh approach to food and shares her tips for healthy eating.

Growing Basil
Ralph Anderson

Easy Starter Plants

Kamala says the following are great for beginners embarking on a first vegetable garden. She starts her garden with both transplants and seeds. Favorite sources include Seed Savers Exchange, Johnny’s Selected Seeds, and Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply.

Basil

When to plant: Plant in spring for summer harvest.
 Why she loves it: Very productive; essential for pesto; "ridiculously pricey in the store."

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