The three sisters

Three Sisters Gardening, what it is, where it came from, and how to plant it. A gardening method that is surprisingly relavent to our gardening today.

This delicious green chile corn chowder recipe draws upon two of the three sisters crops, corn and squash, with the addition of green chile.

Have you heard of the "Three Sister's"? It is a Native American legend which refers to corn, beans and squash. These beautiful sister's are known as the "sustainers" of life. They grow together in the same mound each one protecting the others. The corn stands tall so the beans have a pole to climb. The

The Oxygen Project on Instagram: "Corn, beans, and squash were definitely on the menu when pilgrims and Native Americans ate together on that first thanksgiving. 🌽🫘🎃 These three staples were among the first important crops for early settlers — using the techniques taught by Native Americans. According to Iroquois legend, these three plants when planted together thrive in the same way three sisters can stick together and support eachother. The Native Americans chose to plant corn, beans…

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The Three Sisters—corn, squash and beans—is a Native American growing technique that capitalizes on the strengths of each individual ingredient.

Three sisters stew -corn, beans & squash - How about this for an Iroquois based Thanksgiving dish!

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Who are the three sisters of the garden and how do they work together to keep modern gardens healthy and balanced? Mohawk legends have answers.