Posted on : 10-04-2010 | By : Admin
One of my goals this season is to make better use of the culinary herbs that are thriving in my garden. I started this bed in 2008. Originally it contained a lemon basil, which of course is annual so it is long gone. In this photo the rosemary, oregano and marjoram are sprawling. Last year I grew some thyme in the bare spot on the right. Thyme apparently needs more attention than the other herbs, or at least more water, because it now, is also long gone. This year I’m planning on starting thyme from seed but I think I will fill the bare spot with sage, another hardy perennial herb. Currently, the garden includes a potted sage that has flourished there a few years.
Posted on : 10-04-2010 | By : Admin
Today was a FULL day of laughter at our office. From Facebook comments to Farmville antics to Priceless practical jokes…we all had something to laugh about!
Posted on : 09-04-2010 | By : Admin
Wow. Another unusual butterfly sighting in my very own backyard. I’m not sure if I just happen to be noticing them more or if there actually are more this year. I say unusual because ordinarily I see the more common Monarch variety here in this neck of the woods. This one alit on a California Redwood for several minutes on Thursday just before 6 p.m. This afternoon I glimpsed what looked like a couple of Monarchs passing through the yard. Neither sat and stayed awhile, so no photo. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on : 09-04-2010 | By : Admin
The folks at Costa Farms in Miami really know how to grab your attention. On March 21st, a 30 truck caravan filled with show-stopping Sun Parasol mandevilla plants left Costa’s farm headed to retailers throughout the country to kick-off the first day of spring. The event began with music from a local marching band, a ribbon cutting ceremony with local officials and hot air balloon. Too bad I couldn’t be there to enjoy all the fun. Maybe next year! Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on : 06-04-2010 | By : Admin
With hail in the forecast last week I was glad I hadnt invested too much effort or cash into this years garden. To protect the few tender seedlings that I had already put in the ground, I placed a few cloches, fashioned from recycled plastic drink bottles, over them. The hail never materialized but we have had high winds and heavy rains the past few days. Above is a 5-inch green bean seedling in its plastic housing.
Posted on : 02-04-2010 | By : Admin
Posted on : 01-04-2010 | By : Admin
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Anyone ever mention that you have great “facial bone structure?” It may seem like an off-handed “compliment” but actually, great facial bones are a true asset and enhance your best features. Read the rest of this entry »