Daily Dose of Herbs
Helebore (Lenten Rose)
Lenten rose or Hellebore is a perennial herb that loves shade, will take sun, tolerates drought conditions, deer proof, and has varieties that bloom as early as Christmas! The bell shaped bloom varies in color from cream to chartreuse to shades of … [Read More...]
Latest Dirt
Breakfast at Emily’s …..Daylily Garden
A breakfast in the garden starting at 6:30am, what a wonderful idea I thought to myself when I received the invitation. A perfect time of day for a gardener who is used to getting up early to beat the heat...especially this year in Middle Tennessee … [Read More...]
Kitchen Garden News
Time to Plant Blueberries in Mid South
Blueberries are becoming more and more popular in the home landscape. Not only do they provide fruit but they are actually a great addition as a screen or hedge. Without pruning blueberries can reach a height of 7’ or more. They have showy … [Read More...]
Herb n’ Life
Can you say Asteraceae?
This was my third of five weekend classes in Mountain City, GE learning about wild plant medicine making. The weather was near perfect, no rain which in a rain forest is unusual. We trekked over trails and at Patricia's whim we would stop, drop and … [Read More...]
Cracked Pot Travels
A Visit to Grandad’s Apple Farm
A recent visit to Grandad’s (no, not my Grandad) Apple Farm in Hendersonville, NC really got me in the mood for fall…even though it was 98 degrees on September 24th! You can’t help but love people who are having fun at what they do. These folks … [Read More...]
Garden Dog Tales
I got Skunked…it Happens
After fifteen years of dedicated service to my Missy, she finally gave me my own blog spot. I don’t know if she has heard but dogs don’t live forever! In dogs years I passed 100 a few months ago, but who’s counting? I still got it, and can … [Read More...]
Dig IT
Build a Mini Greenhouse to Start Plants For $30 or less.
Planting seeds is a miracle in the making…drop one in soil and up comes food, flowers or herbs, what could be more exciting? You will want to start your seeds about 8 -10 weeks before it is time to plant them in the garden. For Middle TN I count … [Read More...]
Local Scene
Franklin Farmer’s Market
It’s like going home to visit the family farm every Saturday morning. Bring the kids and even your WELL BEHAVED dog. There is something for everyone in the family from 8am to 1pm behind The Factory in Franklin, TN Be prepared to spend some … [Read More...]
Monthly Garden Chores
January Garden Chores
January is a wonderful time to get comfortable in your favorite chair with a cup of herb tea, a stack of garden books, catalogs or laptop and a pad of paper to make some notes. Use this time to evaluate your current garden and make plans for the … [Read More...]
