My basil seem to have succumb to the infamous blotch leafminer. At first, I thought I had a fungus problem such as leaf spot. But upon closer inspection, it appeared different than usual. Different enough, that I decided to run a brief search for similar images. Mind you, I'm not 100% certain this is the issue, but it does appear to be the case. Blotch Leafminer Identification From what I could find via gardening forums and university websites, these splotches are unique. According to the ... continue reading...
Las Vegas Farmer’s Market for Students
It seems the School Garden Farmer's Market concept has caught on! And in a very big way for students in Las Vegas. Wow. "The Clark County Government Center will host the largest school garden farmer's market on Nov. 8 with 400 students from 40 schools participating. Students will run the market themselves, selling school garden-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs as well as crafts." This event was made possible by the collaboration between the County Commission, local schools, and the ... continue reading...
Caterpillar Damage on Your Plants
Identify Caterpillar Damage CAUTION: Caterpillars can do GREAT damage to your plants. Be vigilant! The good news? Caterpillar damage is fairly easy to identify on your plants. Look for gaping holes, missing edges to your leaves, or heck, entire leaves missing from your plant! It happens. It's not fun, but it is reality. Identifying damage early is crucial, which is why I suggest visiting your garden every day. You don't have to weed, or plant, or do any chore while you're there. Simply ... continue reading...
Giant Pumpkins of Ohio
Fall is beginning to infuse the landscape of Ohio with crimson red, fiery orange, and knockout yellow, reminding me of why fall is my favorite time of year. Not only do I relish the nip in the air, but the hint of wood smoke as fireplaces begin to crackle with life signals it’s time for comfort food. As a gardener, I think pumpkins and butternut squash, Brussel sprouts and cabbage. Soups, stews, crock pot meals, and oven-roasted delectable delights, this is a great time to eat! Visit the ... continue reading...
Garden-inspired Cocktails
For those of you who enjoy cocktail hour, garden-inspired cocktails are a great way to utilize those fruits and vegetables you're growing. Sure, we love them cooked and seasoned, but why not in our beverages? I mean, this fall, rather than reach for a classic bourbon and water, why not add a "green" twist to it? While I can't claim these drinks are healthy, they are delicious! At least according to my crew. Recently, I hosted a cocktail "tasting" party to experiment with a variety of garden ... continue reading...
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