In Florida, the sight of Spanish moss hanging from oak trees is common. For many, it lends a nostalgic appeal to century old trees, a hint romance, a longing for days gone by when life moved at a slower pace. Today however, some homeowners abhor the sight and call a tree service to have it removed, insisting that it's killing the trees. Is it? Not according to the University of Florida. On the contrary. Spanish moss is harmless to plants and trees. It's not filled with chiggers or redbugs, ... continue reading...
Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin Soup is one of my favorite comfort foods during fall and winter. Not just because my garden pumpkins are ready I need some way to prepare them, but because I adore the flavor. Rich and creamy, there's nothing better than a velvety smooth to keep you going during the holidays. Actually, I like just about everything with the term "pumpkin" in it, from coffee to granola, soup to pie. If you like granola, you MUST try my recipe for Pumpkin Maple Granola. So alas, I had to share ... continue reading...
Harvest Storage
Harvest is one of the best times in the garden. I mean, from November through April, my Florida garden is in full bloom--a veritable smorgasbord of salad fixings and root crop delights. However, if you're like me, your eyes are "bigger" than your "belly" yielding more from your garden beds than can fit on your food plate. (Some problem, right?) No worries! With a little bit of know-how, you can preserve your crops until you're ready to eat them. Refrigeration Many crops can be ... continue reading...
Cool Season Crops
In Florida, we can grow cool season crops all winter long. A beautiful thing, I know. Lucky us! Actually, it's one of the best times of the years to be outside, soaking in the gentle rays of sunshine, the cool breezes, misty mornings... I could go on. If you're new to Florida, you might not know our cool season crops. Cool Season Crops in Florida Kale is one. In fact, the Brassica family of plants in general loves this time of year. Think broccoli, cabbage, Bok choy, cauliflower, ... continue reading...
Sprouting School Gardens
I love to see school gardens sprouting anew! Students dig the dirt and they love to harvest. (Don't we all?) Not only is it loads of fun, but it's educational. Did I hear win-win? Take a look at how are students are growing... It all begins with the construction and installation of new garden beds. Thanks to the generous donation from Black Kow, the students can begin with a healthy bed of soil and compost. Tilling the soil provides nice soft beds for our seeds to take ... continue reading...
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