The second half of June went by so fast. It's already July 2nd, and I feel like summer is half over! How the 15th rolled in. Candy Sweet Onions are starting to get big. Shallots, I let go to flower. Start of purple beans. Marshmallow is starting to bloom. By the end of the month,… Continue reading June In The Garden – The Second Half Of The Month
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Growing Nasturiums
I have a thing for Nasturium flowers - and have had most of my life. The flowers are easy to grow and edible, and the seeds can be pickled and used like capers. But the leaves also fill the beds, keeping moisture in. I didn't note names this year, but I will save seeds to… Continue reading Growing Nasturiums
June In The Garden – The First Half Of The Month
Photos of June in the garden, from the start of the month to the end of the second week. First nasturium flowers. Violas. First bell peppers. White Borage Eucalyptus. Yes, they seed as bad as a Dandelion does, but they are so pretty. Feral roses Wisteria in bloom The first week of June brought the… Continue reading June In The Garden – The First Half Of The Month
In The Garden: May
May began with one last frost and chillier days, then started the nighttime warm-up that is spring in the Shenandoah Valley. If that doesn't lead to visiting plant sales everywhere you see one.... I bought a lot of lavender starts, which I am growing to plant around the house. The beds are filling in and… Continue reading In The Garden: May
Walking The Back Alley Garden Tour
I believe you can learn a lot by seeing what others are doing, especially with gardening. The Shepherdstown Community Club, a non-profit that manages buildings and parks in town (Shepherdstown, WV), hosts an annual fundraiser: a garden walk with a tea party. I picked up tickets and took the walk - and got sunny weather… Continue reading Walking The Back Alley Garden Tour