Why Garden?
Why Garden? When I think of becoming more self- sufficient one of the first things I think of is having a vegetable garden. Having your own garden is an excellent component of a self-sufficient...
View ArticleBeautiful June Flowers
The garden is planted and coming along. The gardens are weeded and mulched. Before the garden starts really producing I am just enjoying the beautiful June flowers! The phlox is the first to bloom;...
View ArticleNorth Carolina Botanical Garden
During our recent road trip to Chapel Hill, North Carolina we had the opportunity to visit the North Carolina Botanical Garden. I love visiting botanical gardens; it gives you an opportunity to...
View ArticleEnjoying My August Garden
Making a move away from a place you have called home for over twenty years is bittersweet. I’m so excited for the adventure that lies ahead, and so sad to be leaving New England and all our friends...
View ArticleCooking Patty Pan Squash
This year in my garden I decided to try growing Patty Pan squash. My daughter grew it in her garden last year and had great success. I have two plants and they are producing like crazy! I then...
View ArticleThe Perks of Being a Seed Saver
I have been interested in being a seed saver for many years. You may wonder what the perks of being a seed saver are? When you think of extinction you probably don’t think picture lettuce, tomatoes or...
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