Sweetshrub "Aphrodite" has large cerise blooms that smell like apples

Summer Garden Heats Up

One of the best shows so far has been a one year-old sweetshrub that I sensibly protected with deer net.  It has been sending out these beautiful cerise blooms on last year’s growth.

Cubes of kohlrabi and sweet potato are baked with rosemary and tarragon

Kohlrabi: Cooking up Your Farmer’s Share Bag

I never know what to do with it; but, waste not, want not!

photo of wood sorrel (oxalis) foliage

Are You Ready for July Weeds?

It’s time for round two. July brings a new bounty of weeds. Here in the…

A brick path, set on the diagonal. leads through leafy green plant borders

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens: Finding Diagonal Lines

If you have a chance, visit this magnificent manor.  Stan Hywet is one home and garden tour worth your time.

You Can Survive (and Thrive) on a Vacation Off-the-grid

It was warm and sunny during the day, and cool at night.  We didn’t need heat or air conditioning.  This is a huge energy saver.

Summer Winner: Cucumber-Lime Craft Cocktail

Fresh lime juice has no substitute, so don’t even go there. You won’t regret the extra effort!

pink petals with cream triangles in the center, and rust-colored freckles decorate the lily

Lily, We Love You! Six on Saturday, 6-23-18

Yes, I have been teased about my urn planters sporting cherry tomato plants.  That’s okay, though. I’ll enjoy popping those sweet, sun-warmed tomatoes right into my mouth while I sit on the deck reading the latest thriller.

A Summer Barbecue that YOU Can Enjoy

Summer is finally here, and its arrival brings cravings for those foods we associate with…