As the chilly winds wake us up to the reality that winter is here, we gather up our outdoor plants and bring them in to safety. The vegetable plants succumb to a frosty covering as green tomato stems and leaves … Continued
Etched engravings sound romantic, but over time, even some etchings can be rubbed away, scratched out or become outdated. Deep engravings on a large stone may be suitable for memorial stones or other large items, but for delicate, yet durable … Continued
Plant labels in your garden help you remember names, remember what you planted where and help visitors learn about your garden, too. But plant labels aren’t just for outdoor gardens. For those of you who love to adorn your house … Continued
Edible, fragrant, beautiful and versatile are herbs. Each plant makes its own impression on your taste buds and sense of smell. The relaxing scent of lavender. The nose-tickling fragrance of mint. The spicy taste of cilantro. All of these herbs … Continued
If your roses are pretty winter hardy, then the approaching cold overnight temperatures probably don’t have you worried. If you have hardy rose plants, then you don’t have to do much to protect them over the winter. Other species of … Continued
Autumn’s arrival brings with it the first calendar warning that a frost could come at any time now. That first frost can mar the leaves of basil to spotty black and cut short the season of other delicious herbs. With … Continued
With over 300 species of irises available to grow in your gardens, you might need some kind of plant labels to help you tell one from the other. Markers for irises will help you differentiate species that have even the … Continued
The difference between cooking and baking is spontaneous creativity—well, at least with measurement and ingredients. Baking is an exact science—not enough or too much flour or making the mistake of using margarine instead of butter could completely ruin your cookies … Continued
As we start to thrill at the first cool fall evening, weekend of bonfire wiener roasts, and the colorful display of Midwestern deciduous trees, there is also work to be done. Our last few tomatoes might be taking longer to … Continued
It may be true that only certain flowers bloom in the spring, but that’s not true of many vegetables. Dutchman’s Breeches, Spring Beauties, Lily-of-the-Valley, and Crocuses announce that it’s time to open the windows after winter’s cold has finally subsided. … Continued
