For many people growing giant vegetables is an obsession. Perhaps you’ve gone to an agricultural fair and seen the giant pumpkins that people have grown. I’ve done a lot of gardening in my life but I’ve never intentionally tried to grown giant vegetables. This is not to say that I haven’t ended up withContinue reading “The Wonderful World of Giant Vegetables”
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Power of Produce Encourages Healthy Eating
Recently I read a wonderful article in our local paper called the Power of Produce or POP. What is POP? It’s a local club that sets out to provide a fun way to have children learn about the local food system in their neighborhoods, talk to local farmers and try new fruits and vegetables. Continue reading “Power of Produce Encourages Healthy Eating”
Raspberry Jam – Simple and Delicious
Last week I made a small batch of simple and delicious raspberry jam. The intense raspberry flavor of this jam makes it a long-time favorite.
Showy Lady’s Slippers in Abundance
Close to where I live in Vermont is a 40-acre sanctuary, called Eshqua Bog, jointly owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy and the New England Wild Flower Society. The New England Wild Flower society declared Eshqua Blog, “a treasure of Vermont flora.” A place with “exceptional aesthetic, educational and scientific value.” This bog hasContinue reading “Showy Lady’s Slippers in Abundance”
How Long Will Seeds Last?
As we continue to pack up our house in preparation for an eventual move I look at my box of seeds and wonder how long will seeds last? Should I pack them up and take them with me? Like most home gardeners I’m frugal and I hate to throw anything away, especially leftover garden seedsContinue reading “How Long Will Seeds Last?”
The Beauty of June Flowers
It has been a wet spring here in Vermont. It seemed like we had many more rainy days in May than sunny days. The benefit of so much rain is that the June flowers are bursting forth in bloom. Even as you walk down the road the sides of the road have flowers everywhere youContinue reading “The Beauty of June Flowers”
Seeds Worth Saving
Last week I was able to attend a talk given by Sylvia Davatz also known as the “Radical American Gardener”. Several years go I took a six month long class with her which discussed seeds worth saving and how to go about getting started. Sylvia is a renowned gardener and seed saver located in Hartland,Continue reading “Seeds Worth Saving”
2017 May Gardens in Vermont
May in Vermont tends to be a wet month. Elsewhere the sun may be shining and the flowers are in full bloom while here in Vermont we are experiencing a cool wet spring. After last year’s drought we do need the rain. However after a long cold winter I’m really looking forward to getting outsideContinue reading “2017 May Gardens in Vermont”
Missing My Garden
Recently I wrote a post on planning for this year’s vegetable garden. Gardening has always been a big part of my life. I enjoy planning out my vegetable garden each year, what I will plant and how I will preserve the harvest. For years I have always started my own seeds, often using seeds that IContinue reading “Missing My Garden”
Tips for Planning Your Vegetable Garden
As spring rolls around we start to think of being outside, enjoying the wonderful weather. Now is also the time to think about planning your vegetable garden – it’s a wonderful way to save money, get exercise, and help your family to eat healthy. And taking care of a garden is a never-ending and rewarding learningContinue reading “Tips for Planning Your Vegetable Garden”
Nancy on the Home Front 