tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1848627470533076522024-03-13T09:00:22.609-04:00BASIL BECKY..... Gardening from the HeartBasil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.comBlogger478125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-21170962446072113132024-02-17T17:40:00.000-05:002024-02-17T17:40:11.585-05:00Flying through Nature (Air boat Tour on Lake Garcia) <p> <span> The contrast of the angry skies, the bright green lilies and the grasses were so spellbinding. Read on to fully grasp the allure of this amazing adventure...</span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4shURNlAbieF-i-ZEkD7mH06PwXI92r_dFIfj37eQgkMedqb-4thTYNLlguRDFFKBdbPmC0ZgPTrF6_VVcptjTh0vuUe-tBRbhMetyrwd-e-pB5EPUD0F3UETLcK_YzeeUWHkJwQ8BCxk-_pE39reC4ggrrvf9tCwJuSBzjIXSpfM3SyTPJ_4-WVnFm7F/s4032/IMG_8060.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4shURNlAbieF-i-ZEkD7mH06PwXI92r_dFIfj37eQgkMedqb-4thTYNLlguRDFFKBdbPmC0ZgPTrF6_VVcptjTh0vuUe-tBRbhMetyrwd-e-pB5EPUD0F3UETLcK_YzeeUWHkJwQ8BCxk-_pE39reC4ggrrvf9tCwJuSBzjIXSpfM3SyTPJ_4-WVnFm7F/s320/IMG_8060.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGi7wH9VVgZ8E5b5ICocClip7nzgMODy4Tn_dOG-q6oo_52zrGQuB0_MMIWAjtRzBE8w4aEhLzTl9HvnaFTyutBtDMiydoaXPd58KTL0pAmAks6QIW41MwIJzOFwKhyphenhyphene7SDYnBKEKiV88n_npwHAIpKjkB5PLq_u1KxZ_DWsHzFOEPdkXToWJTBCRw2WbT/s4032/IMG_8052.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGi7wH9VVgZ8E5b5ICocClip7nzgMODy4Tn_dOG-q6oo_52zrGQuB0_MMIWAjtRzBE8w4aEhLzTl9HvnaFTyutBtDMiydoaXPd58KTL0pAmAks6QIW41MwIJzOFwKhyphenhyphene7SDYnBKEKiV88n_npwHAIpKjkB5PLq_u1KxZ_DWsHzFOEPdkXToWJTBCRw2WbT/s320/IMG_8052.jpg" width="240" /></a></span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><p></p><p><span><span><span> Last Monday while visiting some friends in Vero Beach, we had the grand opportunity to take an Air Boat ride on Lake Garcia in the Blue Cypress State Conservation Area. When our kids </span>were younger, we went on an Air Boat Ride in the Everglades. Quite honestly, I do not remember much about the ride other than it was fast. This trip I will remember for a long time! </span></span></p><p><span><span><span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_vBqlV7LHzCmQbv2MOAgTW6LDohzbmuz2ujVFNVMOt-BrIUBivL84teTm4N3UIIzehRQEdRsVANOQA-XylN8dXGEvukm9Qjn1bu6oW2LWZBVmaoKrrDKuGMyJtzMi3Ms0gLB-YBzD3GEoO0FDuzNpO5NRyaz9Tm7Mp1xmwM_A5aBUvsrPrOpQpENMEkvw/s4032/IMG_8061.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_vBqlV7LHzCmQbv2MOAgTW6LDohzbmuz2ujVFNVMOt-BrIUBivL84teTm4N3UIIzehRQEdRsVANOQA-XylN8dXGEvukm9Qjn1bu6oW2LWZBVmaoKrrDKuGMyJtzMi3Ms0gLB-YBzD3GEoO0FDuzNpO5NRyaz9Tm7Mp1xmwM_A5aBUvsrPrOpQpENMEkvw/s320/IMG_8061.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></span></span></div><span><span><span><br /> First, I want to establish where this adventure took place. Lake Garcia is part of the Upper St Johns River Basin Project. The list of the environmental benefits of this area are numerous, please visit <u>sjrwmd.com</u> for all the details or google<u> Lake Garcia Fla</u>. It is approximately 3,149 sq acres in size Kudos to the State of Florida for maintaining the waterways and for caring about the native wild life, flora and fauna.</span><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></p><p><span><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUNOBEz4VjyuV1EwCAIwpa72eVbBWDj2oleVS9HLqKSv_KilfIagT6paLlS3DF1zk8CoXLMikgBjnDOwwEpY_vuNcx5R3AbCcwDvhLIMImHw0nDb4Fa5siYA7B_PiOYjTnLK-PTuRt-detaX8mgQdgVQtnqeNRMrlmZSVRiePNpStJL_QeQr8VwzsivWk/s4032/IMG_8060.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUNOBEz4VjyuV1EwCAIwpa72eVbBWDj2oleVS9HLqKSv_KilfIagT6paLlS3DF1zk8CoXLMikgBjnDOwwEpY_vuNcx5R3AbCcwDvhLIMImHw0nDb4Fa5siYA7B_PiOYjTnLK-PTuRt-detaX8mgQdgVQtnqeNRMrlmZSVRiePNpStJL_QeQr8VwzsivWk/s320/IMG_8060.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span> </span>I was immediately worried that these fast boats zipping in and out of the lilies, cattails and grasses would destroy what looked like to me to be a fragile eco-system. I was quite taken with the Spatterdock, which is a species of Pond-lilly. Also referred to as Large yellow pond Lilly, Broadleaf pond-lily, or Cow Lily. (<i>Nuphar advena) </i>I loved their yellow, bud like blossoms. My worries were quickly put to rest when Captain John mentioned many his patrons had expressed concern about the boats destroying the plants. But no, the boats are Air Boats, a technology that I do not understand, but they literally glide over the water, plants and all. Indeed as I looked back over our path the lilies were still smiling. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfZ5v4jT4z5jf9qY8hRHGrsiICCWaWwJ-We7_YVflgEYD8lF6ZR0jTu-EFOvBBLOQi8rF6nnNfCT6z1j8_RH6b40IHYeAe1Hg-5BfH94CwU0g-PzYlknxDCFJDXT557x5he9Dqbj8UHOM4t4LRhcCXLJAu70bMUUeQ02WKfuPEo6ZuG4C24Qcb4Bx_35ix/s4032/IMG_8089.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfZ5v4jT4z5jf9qY8hRHGrsiICCWaWwJ-We7_YVflgEYD8lF6ZR0jTu-EFOvBBLOQi8rF6nnNfCT6z1j8_RH6b40IHYeAe1Hg-5BfH94CwU0g-PzYlknxDCFJDXT557x5he9Dqbj8UHOM4t4LRhcCXLJAu70bMUUeQ02WKfuPEo6ZuG4C24Qcb4Bx_35ix/s320/IMG_8089.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKn_UavlQH2jW_ddLjnIBxncV-Oc3ZbhQB19b2O-cWAPZAH1s6zMkYql22y1RRc_K4-Db5RxqaFhBIdubCzdUsOe7NuekUUerCB_O2ryPYFN3c-CdvJb9hyFWQjuxnukNrbOZJQQL0KjGQf6Zy8Qv8mqrtK_-y9BVQY79go20DoYwZqon-X-v-oUP28BV/s4032/IMG_8074.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKn_UavlQH2jW_ddLjnIBxncV-Oc3ZbhQB19b2O-cWAPZAH1s6zMkYql22y1RRc_K4-Db5RxqaFhBIdubCzdUsOe7NuekUUerCB_O2ryPYFN3c-CdvJb9hyFWQjuxnukNrbOZJQQL0KjGQf6Zy8Qv8mqrtK_-y9BVQY79go20DoYwZqon-X-v-oUP28BV/s320/IMG_8074.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0tDpw0ORDFmoMx2BchijZLXizHPxJmy7v-JrZ-7S7A-TTvlV_4Ag1UTSrI12A9uISxPBo8vUmHD41Gl_kRpRIJxo-H1Iyi-pCRYpKLKQCOYMzug0PzckQsn48I7hKVQcxdxy9G0aASrVLGnAhAfzPOXuRnAVIPE4KWWFvHrtGGvJIHM6SF6y9kk-BvSEi/s4032/IMG_8080.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0tDpw0ORDFmoMx2BchijZLXizHPxJmy7v-JrZ-7S7A-TTvlV_4Ag1UTSrI12A9uISxPBo8vUmHD41Gl_kRpRIJxo-H1Iyi-pCRYpKLKQCOYMzug0PzckQsn48I7hKVQcxdxy9G0aASrVLGnAhAfzPOXuRnAVIPE4KWWFvHrtGGvJIHM6SF6y9kk-BvSEi/s320/IMG_8080.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /></div><span><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span> Our ride was a private tour (there were 8 of us) with the Stumpknocker Group (stumpknocker.com).The Captain and </span>owner of this boat was Captain John Smith. Of course, I loved this naturalist who </span></span></span>grew up near this spot and was obviously connected with the area. His knowledge and subtle humor immediately put us at ease (we did have a few who were concerned about the closeness of the gators) Captain John made sure we had a great experience. His knowledge allowed us to peek into the hidden nature, including over 20 alligators. </p><p><span> In closing I would highly recommend this adventure. We saw too many alligators to count, right next to us. Yes, we were warned to keep our hands in the boat over and over. These guys move fast and they were close. (The gator mug shots were not zoomed in rather right next to our boat) </span>Osprey, one of my favorite birds were abundant. Some that had been mating and growing family together for 17 years. Plus so many other beautiful birds. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhkY0hyKVWv2oWp2Gs82jS4ZjxhxHoC7yMG7lwnb8zDI9MUVM56ql37NwvCpiAp_q4zz-9kFGCqojs_jRtNw7Keeb0Sny-GLQ9dm4hb8dLXlT0Wfgs1EIWL2CPxVQ26CUY8cf6JOaqzcthttOBO-DYUEbeXG_KUnNsqbH59F7YjPvctqIFwk7bycroxjwu/s4032/IMG_8101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhkY0hyKVWv2oWp2Gs82jS4ZjxhxHoC7yMG7lwnb8zDI9MUVM56ql37NwvCpiAp_q4zz-9kFGCqojs_jRtNw7Keeb0Sny-GLQ9dm4hb8dLXlT0Wfgs1EIWL2CPxVQ26CUY8cf6JOaqzcthttOBO-DYUEbeXG_KUnNsqbH59F7YjPvctqIFwk7bycroxjwu/s320/IMG_8101.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyNBB6KEQYj8SR_kT4MnOUbKWA0bfpzMX4NQ1Ed2WJcCp_Vbv-JxHN_2Vbwoaqm6sRFo64K38tGMPJ5zZg-9QU5tO1ast6ppkEeARmGT1x20QQUI5KpcSGVH7I2Ht9N18Otj_4PibvD-2gzTORj_41DDQKeCmW-GHQ1OuVJFevNCCtC3Zc6a6ud-8Ayr92/s4032/IMG_8068.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyNBB6KEQYj8SR_kT4MnOUbKWA0bfpzMX4NQ1Ed2WJcCp_Vbv-JxHN_2Vbwoaqm6sRFo64K38tGMPJ5zZg-9QU5tO1ast6ppkEeARmGT1x20QQUI5KpcSGVH7I2Ht9N18Otj_4PibvD-2gzTORj_41DDQKeCmW-GHQ1OuVJFevNCCtC3Zc6a6ud-8Ayr92/s320/IMG_8068.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFOOl2wvZuW0-LveNm_2uZOEireMcMs-j0D8AudbGbmcNvWO8pKgTehHcZEZqzyEAXYgWo1VF8L60QWTNxlgpJiwmTa9UKxk6fZngaMouCReVrf1ir7WqeKPwuImRRAGotnrPLEpPvIavozh7XLtcyBkSUXJgEEkSBVI8GYuDL6vctDqjQvz6-X6ghGmlf/s4032/IMG_8102.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFOOl2wvZuW0-LveNm_2uZOEireMcMs-j0D8AudbGbmcNvWO8pKgTehHcZEZqzyEAXYgWo1VF8L60QWTNxlgpJiwmTa9UKxk6fZngaMouCReVrf1ir7WqeKPwuImRRAGotnrPLEpPvIavozh7XLtcyBkSUXJgEEkSBVI8GYuDL6vctDqjQvz6-X6ghGmlf/s320/IMG_8102.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><span> </span>Osprey Nest that had been there for many year silhouetted the panorama. They were so many Bald Blue Cypress trees of which many were filled with life long Osprey Nesting Pairs.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVDleklr3qgGwcgikowb7bbvumCDyOWEIPgoIylQm2QXFthyphenhyphenI2sQujT0W7rZ9-obAztiVyqgZuais42vjVhAUD6OxDLju2w-bUMR8iI2ZL1iST1_DewQs8l2Kz582UsDEQy3PARHWVUmCCFELdDju5_rRVmFz7z6f9jr0pwAUIDQq10ku0ovHCNRq-SfQW/s4032/IMG_8082.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVDleklr3qgGwcgikowb7bbvumCDyOWEIPgoIylQm2QXFthyphenhyphenI2sQujT0W7rZ9-obAztiVyqgZuais42vjVhAUD6OxDLju2w-bUMR8iI2ZL1iST1_DewQs8l2Kz582UsDEQy3PARHWVUmCCFELdDju5_rRVmFz7z6f9jr0pwAUIDQq10ku0ovHCNRq-SfQW/s320/IMG_8082.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><span> </span>Can you find the bird in this photo below? Nature is hiding her well. She does have gators lurking all around her. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSlivsVqz7z1fCea0I3c-mxSgF3UTHC2IuKaV_bSqgCYRslP_ZeFwdE1sXaLII1YjidWFt7UDdUq8HM0M6ELnhwnUnNv_1cO8tJKFssMV2Pv08_ygx5Ofv2bWsBve4J2bwWHua0Xmtmge7kVb15awKzmd8w_5xeY06vREULqUHSS1FUhVnwN1oWDfRN-y_/s4032/IMG_8093.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSlivsVqz7z1fCea0I3c-mxSgF3UTHC2IuKaV_bSqgCYRslP_ZeFwdE1sXaLII1YjidWFt7UDdUq8HM0M6ELnhwnUnNv_1cO8tJKFssMV2Pv08_ygx5Ofv2bWsBve4J2bwWHua0Xmtmge7kVb15awKzmd8w_5xeY06vREULqUHSS1FUhVnwN1oWDfRN-y_/s320/IMG_8093.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span> </span>So if you are near Vero Beach and need a break from the beautiful beaches and glorious sunshine...look up Captain John. You won't regret it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcyswq730eYmzZ_ULKWe2nBEPdaxsMA2hH436snL7RM-d0r0Aw_FTFjfjMwdHpdnNT9uYrLgF9X0ZD2CR8QtjnoX9RstkLi4KMP0I8AeLLePoImnCGlVWL1gdYchv9uYcCL-VxgGX1MlI7ba1EAVtV4s3Tm49CTHuOFDRCa0RhaAaSKd7OIVDQPL1BM-a/s4032/IMG_8060.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcyswq730eYmzZ_ULKWe2nBEPdaxsMA2hH436snL7RM-d0r0Aw_FTFjfjMwdHpdnNT9uYrLgF9X0ZD2CR8QtjnoX9RstkLi4KMP0I8AeLLePoImnCGlVWL1gdYchv9uYcCL-VxgGX1MlI7ba1EAVtV4s3Tm49CTHuOFDRCa0RhaAaSKd7OIVDQPL1BM-a/s320/IMG_8060.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-83701537689654548162024-01-26T18:13:00.000-05:002024-01-26T18:13:53.938-05:00WINTER SOWING <span> <span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><div><span style="font-size: large;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPZPEu5T6VAZwtwY-mklsgwlnTFGjJuY6oiEjBJBUBFIp_1n1AvoXenGQh3a7XP_EgoyB1_aVhz8bItmQkzSNkyIlZpp9w5paq-ow6lVZE1TkJFMD_BpcPPCCfcI4RryklLeK5DEXUPHp2yNF1JF57lWAxHTZDawepkW_tKvl49Zx0ThBXhj7zl7JZZv5/s4032/IMG_7973%20copy.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPZPEu5T6VAZwtwY-mklsgwlnTFGjJuY6oiEjBJBUBFIp_1n1AvoXenGQh3a7XP_EgoyB1_aVhz8bItmQkzSNkyIlZpp9w5paq-ow6lVZE1TkJFMD_BpcPPCCfcI4RryklLeK5DEXUPHp2yNF1JF57lWAxHTZDawepkW_tKvl49Zx0ThBXhj7zl7JZZv5/s320/IMG_7973%20copy.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue";"><br /></span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGE1bEBFbU0c1qkO4_qZxMip8e2PqOXNdxDgKcSl7TFVOaGvm9Gkqkmv8gigE6XEpeAWEMrT3Rn2t6IeP6QdkPeLVEzn-TiieBQidk5CtwZHxOGVrNI4RQ-QS7y3rgirr0pnZiCvUabmUZxT6c33gJJnHIo8I6cGZMTG4WUezEU4I8FSulGr_hXl32ACc/s4032/IMG_7976.jpg" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqGE1bEBFbU0c1qkO4_qZxMip8e2PqOXNdxDgKcSl7TFVOaGvm9Gkqkmv8gigE6XEpeAWEMrT3Rn2t6IeP6QdkPeLVEzn-TiieBQidk5CtwZHxOGVrNI4RQ-QS7y3rgirr0pnZiCvUabmUZxT6c33gJJnHIo8I6cGZMTG4WUezEU4I8FSulGr_hXl32ACc/s320/IMG_7976.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiETE8eM84jYDtU45RCjZ803XvyzygL_xKUVassEo5QVFUpG-psH88tgdWovVLyDMn21RLcFiNnrA3aJuS9uIgqtTnL9eb8vCH7-1jEEus-LohqHgInysICN-16tBV48dHOT58tYAGcp5TQ3r-aiJjlUp-x0jmkEgpNlJ0h-Mmw6LBp7MKTNyjyYZ1MoL5_/s4032/IMG_7948.jpg" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiETE8eM84jYDtU45RCjZ803XvyzygL_xKUVassEo5QVFUpG-psH88tgdWovVLyDMn21RLcFiNnrA3aJuS9uIgqtTnL9eb8vCH7-1jEEus-LohqHgInysICN-16tBV48dHOT58tYAGcp5TQ3r-aiJjlUp-x0jmkEgpNlJ0h-Mmw6LBp7MKTNyjyYZ1MoL5_/s320/IMG_7948.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>If you are feeling garden withdrawal and sadness due to not being able to get your hands in the soil in January, here is the answer: <b>Winter Sowing. </b></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><b>Winter Sowing</b> has been such an enjoyable and successful way for me to start multiple plants. I love this easy and prolific way to garden in the dead of winter. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; white-space: pre;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue;">I have successfully done this for over five years. This method seems to work best with perennials seeds that need stratification, which includes many natives. Winter Sowing mimics natures way of reproducing plants. </span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><b>Winter Sowing </b>was a great boost for me when we first moved to Indiana. I started milkweed and many other natives and had a bountiful harvest. It allowed me to start establishing pollinators gardens early on in my garden planning. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>This year, I have winter sowed a variety of herbs, perennials and veggies. They are happily sitting on our back porch enjoying the snow, rain and cold air of an Indiana winter. I love that I use recycled containers and do not have to baby these guys. </span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA0TtCcTlsXTDxiEL393uwXYC7DLNZrXvhUwv0lNWhd18ofsZD3DILg-XNDhhBfVRAHwX2tFQWco7XhZGL-u1LZyjYCPcC8f5Nc-qf5Fo73wLYGIxH3ehMzpnO-ry8u1hyphenhyphenlTzRtzK_SaMwc9KxKPIdtSLZ7wlzuSZE1jbjzKyAF_DQ11d_YD-XXg2w56_J/s4032/IMG_7945.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA0TtCcTlsXTDxiEL393uwXYC7DLNZrXvhUwv0lNWhd18ofsZD3DILg-XNDhhBfVRAHwX2tFQWco7XhZGL-u1LZyjYCPcC8f5Nc-qf5Fo73wLYGIxH3ehMzpnO-ry8u1hyphenhyphenlTzRtzK_SaMwc9KxKPIdtSLZ7wlzuSZE1jbjzKyAF_DQ11d_YD-XXg2w56_J/s320/IMG_7945.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Previously I have written two articles on my blog on <b>Winter</b> <b>Sowing.</b> I went into great detail about the process of <b>Winter Sowing. </b>I am not going to go over it again but if you go on my blog and enter <b>Winter Sowing </b>it will pull the blogs up for you to enjoy. In addition, if you google <b>Winter Sowing,</b> there is an abundance of information on the Internet. I also have really enjoyed the Facebook groups on this subject. Or please feel free to ask me any questions. I am so happy to share my experiences.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>I can not encourage you enough to try this fun, effortless and fruitful way to sow so many seeds. It is just one step in my seed starting, but by far the easiest. In addition, I will still begin many more seeds the traditional way starting in about a month. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Growing my veggies, herbs, annuals and perennials from seeds is so rewarding and I am loving this learning adventure. One of my favorite podcast and websites: <u>Joe the Gardener </u>has so much information plus many classes line to help anyone interested in seed starting. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; white-space: pre;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue;">If I had to say what is the most important step with </span><b style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal;">Winter</b> <b style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal;">Sowing</b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue;">, however, I would emphatically state; label, label and label again. Plus make sure you have great drainage in what ever containers you use to start the seeds. Thankfully, my husbands commands his knife and does all the hole poking and cutting for me.</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMkrUnossKmj63ihFuJAeDUdQQoO5mAx6QooCYZvAP_j62ULOa5uyED_FY2aZ89GVYxVHJ8qzNErBY6W0jGMYlWvQ9nfrId0LtGuifGN8IV-nRDPWRGcNVo_gRoZrRNILMU4fYYfIHVixHJQk9qg2bDH6_0RqKtbvyTCaQHuKrIy9HOREyDH6SE8GefWbZ/s4032/IMG_7946.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMkrUnossKmj63ihFuJAeDUdQQoO5mAx6QooCYZvAP_j62ULOa5uyED_FY2aZ89GVYxVHJ8qzNErBY6W0jGMYlWvQ9nfrId0LtGuifGN8IV-nRDPWRGcNVo_gRoZrRNILMU4fYYfIHVixHJQk9qg2bDH6_0RqKtbvyTCaQHuKrIy9HOREyDH6SE8GefWbZ/s320/IMG_7946.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; white-space: pre;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue;">Here is the list of seeds I have sowed for my 2024 garden. Now I will rest up until the first of March to start sowing seeds inside, at my growing stations. The hard part is going to to be staying away from the temptations of the seed catalogues and ordering more seeds. Believe me I do not need more, I have more than enough. But does anyone ever have enough seeds? </span></span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">What I am <b>Winter Sowing</b> for the 2024 Garden</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>HERBS</u></b> ( I have promised several friends, I would help them establish Herb Gardens. So I wanted to make sure I would have plenty to share) </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Chives (common)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Parsley (Tripe Curled)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Parsley (Plain or single Italian)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Parsley (Moss Curled)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">True Greek Oregano</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Rosemary</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Sage (Broadleaf)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thyme English (Thymus vulgaris)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Fennel Finocchio (Foeniculum volgare var. Azoricua)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>VEGETABLES</u></b></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Creme Brûlée F1 Onions (2)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Bunching Onions (Flavor King)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Onion (Red Burgundy)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Broccoli Seeds (Calabrese)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u><br /></u></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>FLOWERS</u></b></span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Blackberry Lillies (collected seeds)</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hardy Hibiscus (collected seeds)</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><br /></p></div>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-50404891072441581042024-01-09T19:14:00.000-05:002024-01-09T19:14:01.745-05:00HERBAL VINEGARS<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBNSzhL-hlHxSCaJOZ_8HKokQ82zauGmuVnlYAbuuR7SP1dxgofJZtAp2x-f43FVhumsr0IXDxf-2vo0RL4rRex8adU-zFLgNtKRtMzo_wI_HXYjOTOGQ1FxMlwdcIK2UEx6wcki4xxy7spzmYXRHkAM5F1vTw-2rMRpok9r0IzFRUQvWcIrafs-XdkIsB/s4032/IMG_7642.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBNSzhL-hlHxSCaJOZ_8HKokQ82zauGmuVnlYAbuuR7SP1dxgofJZtAp2x-f43FVhumsr0IXDxf-2vo0RL4rRex8adU-zFLgNtKRtMzo_wI_HXYjOTOGQ1FxMlwdcIK2UEx6wcki4xxy7spzmYXRHkAM5F1vTw-2rMRpok9r0IzFRUQvWcIrafs-XdkIsB/s320/IMG_7642.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /> <span> </span></span> Making Herbal Vinegars has always been one of my favorite fall harvesting tasks. I am fascinated by the beautiful colors that the leaves of herbs </span></span></span></span></span></span></span>produce as well as the flavorful taste the herbal vinegars impart to any recipe.</p><p><span> <span> I try to collect interesting bottles all during the year. That way I have an eclectic collection to fill with all my unique vinegars. They make wonderful gifts, especially when a recipe using the vinegar is included. </span></span><br /></p><p><span><span><span> <span> </span> For this blog, I m going to focus on the actual process of infusing the herbs into the vinegars. I always try to do this step right after I harvest the herb. It is so enjoyable to be in the kitchen with the sink and counter full of the smell of freshly harvested basil filling the room. </span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO3ML4y4s1iR3e2r93b5B7upYjbXpEXXJA2uF_wHfxVoCfK3CMjdw4cyuD7C639xZZFicL6aEorzXx4QXGQjqZ8iqKgAj9cw8r7Tqk4U7atfonFDZRXxYs7oDQsGBItHjdrc0AENKqMj1BjSK6nKRiQ5ojHlHtT9t5tnWKmq9qoBT1mXVnDJ6Lk7xMLmHC/s4032/IMG_7204.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO3ML4y4s1iR3e2r93b5B7upYjbXpEXXJA2uF_wHfxVoCfK3CMjdw4cyuD7C639xZZFicL6aEorzXx4QXGQjqZ8iqKgAj9cw8r7Tqk4U7atfonFDZRXxYs7oDQsGBItHjdrc0AENKqMj1BjSK6nKRiQ5ojHlHtT9t5tnWKmq9qoBT1mXVnDJ6Lk7xMLmHC/s320/IMG_7204.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></span></span></div><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span> <span> My favorite herbal vinegar is <b>Opal Basil Vinegar. </b> The red color of the leaves almost instantly turns the vinegar a jewel red color. The only problem with giving this as a gift is that it looks like a beautiful bottle of rose wine, but this is better.</span></span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span> <span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLy193tYl-BXQW0THXcJRmLnm2JMFjhT5vQDbZK1a8fQ3zVNAn4QBfCXCHK-mIdJi3p17AQipXtB_51iha9XkqJijxjIy3bdXCjK3w7y7yjQTs-rqdkfHu6aQnqlUm4gIWZdGM_0at4HcxO0shcCySucedbqr0xlLUXB0xgHVJfB7RT-nxA6mmE9M6SUT4/s4032/IMG_7149.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLy193tYl-BXQW0THXcJRmLnm2JMFjhT5vQDbZK1a8fQ3zVNAn4QBfCXCHK-mIdJi3p17AQipXtB_51iha9XkqJijxjIy3bdXCjK3w7y7yjQTs-rqdkfHu6aQnqlUm4gIWZdGM_0at4HcxO0shcCySucedbqr0xlLUXB0xgHVJfB7RT-nxA6mmE9M6SUT4/s320/IMG_7149.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></span></span></div><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span> </span> I use distilled white vinegar for this infusion. I bring a pan of white vinegar just to boiling. I have already stuffed a jug full of the cleaned basil leaves. I pour the hot vinegar over the leaves filling the jar. I then place the large container in a dark area so the sunlight does not leach out some of the color </span></span></span></span></span></span></span>flavor. I use approximately 4 ounces of leaves in a quart of vinegar.</p><p><span> It is important even though vinegar is a </span>natural preservative to still make sure each jar is sterile. The herbs need to be clean and dry. Tip: Rinse the herbs in cold water, because any heat applied can steal some of th precious oils of the herb. </p><p><span> <span> After at least two weeks, I will strain the vinegar and pour it into the decorative jars. I also add a sprig of the herb, preferably with a bloom on it into the </span></span>jar. Then I will cork and seal the jar. It is a good idea to place a tag or a label on the finished product, especially if you are doing a variety of herb vinegars</p><p><span><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0RzGr8zEGGusprSgv0D9P5nQkm3DsvuFyL1tbshXuxRZvW4ch4DrbbmADSSbzC0TBcLNNP1iZ6W0B8HwO3dYss2KDHNqz4mwxJl7pUgb03nK2mINR8CrVt7HpgLNrFjwzugCuLLeaP027IwMYxmRRkxsyj74LqcUVacJ_v0iFolj8w4PCo-1xfOfkk2WO/s4032/IMG_7630.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0RzGr8zEGGusprSgv0D9P5nQkm3DsvuFyL1tbshXuxRZvW4ch4DrbbmADSSbzC0TBcLNNP1iZ6W0B8HwO3dYss2KDHNqz4mwxJl7pUgb03nK2mINR8CrVt7HpgLNrFjwzugCuLLeaP027IwMYxmRRkxsyj74LqcUVacJ_v0iFolj8w4PCo-1xfOfkk2WO/s320/IMG_7630.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span><br /></span><p></p><p><span> <span> This year I had a bumper crop of Opal Basil. So I made many jugs of Opal Basil Vinegar. They quietly waited, mellowing and imparting more favor into the vinegar until the harvest season was over and the gift giving season began. Then it was fun and easy to strain the vinegar and put it into the gift jars. </span></span><br /></p><p><span><span>Here is the recipe I include with my gift of Opal Base Vinegar:</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">1 head cauliflower 1tsp salt</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">1 bunch broccoli. 2 tsp dry mustard</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">2 stalks celery 1/2 cup Opal basil vinegar</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">1 cup sugar. 1 onion finely diced</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">2tbsp poppy seeds. 1 1/4 cup oil</span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: georgia;">Break veggies into bite sized pieces. Add celery. Mix all the rest of the ingredients and add to veggies. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours. </span></span></p><p><span><span><span> </span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0mSmwZPB6tB4G5YkTpDitoKuMN-zPDbXo_exd_kN_NOU3ZfEvSHyy9FUDmdwFXj0x8iXcOZx1n-n4hFQfEvc89OSGE5n0DXqSQtzFjugkql43v-ZJ8c8gnbuGyj_9YhLUBGwdk_3P8YQuPLa0kiCbxVSX3A82gXsnOK5GOHzYs5GkRLQdpDwvkZKd2-s8/s4032/IMG_7628.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0mSmwZPB6tB4G5YkTpDitoKuMN-zPDbXo_exd_kN_NOU3ZfEvSHyy9FUDmdwFXj0x8iXcOZx1n-n4hFQfEvc89OSGE5n0DXqSQtzFjugkql43v-ZJ8c8gnbuGyj_9YhLUBGwdk_3P8YQuPLa0kiCbxVSX3A82gXsnOK5GOHzYs5GkRLQdpDwvkZKd2-s8/s320/IMG_7628.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></span></span></div><span><span><span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span> If I am making a flower herbal infusion such as Nasturtium Vinegar, I would use a higher quality vinegar such as a white wine vinegar. (I made this vinegar this year and it was so beautiful, with a nice peachy color and had a peppery flavoring). Rice Vinegar is a good one to use for maybe a lemon grass vinegar, or for any herb used in Asian cooking, </span></span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span> Here are some of my other favorite herbal vinegars. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><b>Tarragon</b> is great when infused with a Champaign Vinegar. A white wine vinegar is wonderful with a fish dish and great on chicken was well.</span></span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><b>Chive Blossoms</b> turn the vinegar a lovely pinkish hue. It is great when used as part of a vinaigrette. If you make a vinegar using Garlic Chive Blossoms, the vinegar imparts a mild garlic flavor. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><b>Salad Burnet Vinegar</b>s made from the blossom of this wonderful and little known herb. The leaves and blossom of this herb impart a cucumber flavor to any dish, so the vinegar has that same flavor. It turns a lovely pink color so is beautiful to display. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><b>Hot Pepper Vinegar</b> was a new one I made this year. It is so beautiful. I have not taken out any peppers so I am afraid it may be very hot! </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><b>Wild Violet Infused Vinegar</b>... This one is a nod to my dad. As he aged he became obsessed with wild violets and would transplant them all over our yard and gardens. This makes a beautiful sweet vinegar. The color fades over time but the taste remains strong. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span> </span>I hope this might inspire you to take your herbal flavor into the winter by preserving them in vinegar. I am sure you will not be disappointed with the taste and you will be charmed by the beautiful bottles of vinegar. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP4acjDnYO9K33NbAA2mGjKoK4BcdhMnhC8dC45LfNW9ujeFyFrKoozKmiRlCyjrCGB-9k8JLy7LsXsHVWaqhEMbEv1ObyjBG83bygZRjEwvUuirBs0dHfkonl3D4HGYoSYV5kl2oJa02IPMm7bMsTgvvFYCtMzLVe2_XOwAkwdw4TSep5tDRm99bBvw1j/s4032/71840317764__73E5BA61-4A14-41EC-BB0D-FE16A68CBD01.fullsizerender.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP4acjDnYO9K33NbAA2mGjKoK4BcdhMnhC8dC45LfNW9ujeFyFrKoozKmiRlCyjrCGB-9k8JLy7LsXsHVWaqhEMbEv1ObyjBG83bygZRjEwvUuirBs0dHfkonl3D4HGYoSYV5kl2oJa02IPMm7bMsTgvvFYCtMzLVe2_XOwAkwdw4TSep5tDRm99bBvw1j/s320/71840317764__73E5BA61-4A14-41EC-BB0D-FE16A68CBD01.fullsizerender.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></span></span></div><span><span><span><br /><span><br /></span></span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span> <span> </span></span><br /></p><p><span> </span><br /></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-1697997676751716592023-12-04T11:52:00.000-05:002023-12-04T11:52:50.850-05:00BASIL, BASIL AND MORE BASIL.What to Grow Next Year? 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I love everything about this herb from its interesting history to the </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;">versatility of its culinary uses. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> However, since we moved to the lake, I have struggled to have a </span>significant basil harvest. In Kentucky, I simply scattered seeds and <b><i>voila</i></b> basil seedlings everywhere. So the first growing season in Brown County I followed the same pattern. Sadly I barely had enough to make a batch of my famed Opal Basil Vinegar. Also I had no success with different varieties. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> The second growing season, I once again did direct sowing with the seeds but in grow pots. I also amended the herb bed with compost and better soil. </span>However, I experienced the same sad result in the herb bed but did achieve a better harvest in the grow pots. But still I was not able to have the diversity and quantity that I so desperately yearned to accomplish. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> This last season, I went down a different road. For the first time in my 50 years of going basil, I started all my basil inside under my grow </span> lights. Since Basil is one of the last herbs or flowers to go in the garden, I was able to space out the timing so I had plenty of open spots on the seed trays (Basil can not go in the garden until the night time temps stay above 50 degrees). Starting basil inside was totally new for me. I will continue to do a bit of direct sowing of basil but the majority of my basil plants will be started inside. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <b><u>Bingo! </u></b>Summer Growing Season 2023 was a very successful Basil Season. In addition to starting the seeds inside,</span> here are a few of the other factors I believe upped my game. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#1 Brown County Indiana is about 1/2 to a zone colder than my gardens were in Shelbyville KY. Basil is so finicky. It is super sensitive to temps; not only day and night temps, but also soil temp and wind speed. I think in the past two years, I was rushing to plant the seeds too early and they never adjusted. I was more patient this year. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#2 The condition of the soil in the garden was very poor. I have worked hard to remedy this situation and planting more in raised beds and containers also became valuable tools. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#3 I tried several new stronger varieties and was amazed. (You can teach an old dog new tricks) I am in the process of ordering seeds for the next years growing season. This year I am trying very hard to be mindful of what I order. I tend to get so excited with each new arriving catalogue and order and reorder. I am trying hard to order smart vs emotional binge seed ordering. New basil varieties are a particular weakness for this gardener. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span>Ok... which basil varieties were the most successful. Therefore making the list for 2024. Here we go!</span> </span></p><p><br /></p><p> <span style="font-size: large;">#1 In all categories is E<u>verleaf Emerald Towers (Ocimum basilicum)</u></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This is the best basil I have ever grown. The seedling transplanted easily, and quickly. It shot up into a tower of close, glossy, emerald green, smallish leaves. It had no mildew whatsoever, and no blooms until the very last couple weeks of the growing season. It provided me an endless supply of leaves for salads, fresh tomato dishes to pesto. The more I cut, the more it grew. I purchased the seed from Botanical Interests. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihr18XApc8Ivv4irXkuZPo4sLjfOSo495xDdhlToy4XqI0bTUbU3Pn5__2GRxRj6GADqcSAlTevleIM7raJ-t_RZxtARG7R8czoGwTxwuPgyhpbALpXLG_1-EK34TL58BkFvlXrsXr_a-rW8Z81zl-zqObp-q28hqFjNsG0cfEjK-bBCv2Magr6UJRz2f/s4032/IMG_7171.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihr18XApc8Ivv4irXkuZPo4sLjfOSo495xDdhlToy4XqI0bTUbU3Pn5__2GRxRj6GADqcSAlTevleIM7raJ-t_RZxtARG7R8czoGwTxwuPgyhpbALpXLG_1-EK34TL58BkFvlXrsXr_a-rW8Z81zl-zqObp-q28hqFjNsG0cfEjK-bBCv2Magr6UJRz2f/s320/IMG_7171.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">In the same large container, I grew my #2 favorite. They were a beautiful combo. Pesto Perpetuo (Ocimum basilicum citriodorum).The variegated leaves (cream and light green) made for stunning contrast in the container. It never bloomed and provided me with a wonderful collection of leaves. They added an interesting color contrast to salads.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe62y6veAM4waX7tT6oNMhiPbyiVTX6hfx6q6-VpRKehdsha2S0iIrXqD52SFnL3pFUe1jgYqY_eTkgkJl1L8mrSCj0KcE0N-5HwiEK7AnhBL773GkFWUJTXYSUfV44IuuulwpnzP2U7NdjNUsc5d-Z5kZvTlE5XXRt4icvBTFeFx95TMcPgFFWodI_fU/s4032/IMG_7169.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe62y6veAM4waX7tT6oNMhiPbyiVTX6hfx6q6-VpRKehdsha2S0iIrXqD52SFnL3pFUe1jgYqY_eTkgkJl1L8mrSCj0KcE0N-5HwiEK7AnhBL773GkFWUJTXYSUfV44IuuulwpnzP2U7NdjNUsc5d-Z5kZvTlE5XXRt4icvBTFeFx95TMcPgFFWodI_fU/s320/IMG_7169.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4PvOoTwk2k1YxKgARd3_RMCjrHCmxSISS3G4DFMLDjk6Sq-fdABp0ApySvHfRmQnIo6PbCNNq4JZSbbWhAXz8kIMIyD0n5bhsTs3mKnw2kcw18guSn45CVxSl-YlyGkpwg1haR4zxGH_WOoBCNBHfDq-CqNCexVqDSkumVZr8DA-xDct2r865pbNZSEcF/s4032/IMG_7064-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4PvOoTwk2k1YxKgARd3_RMCjrHCmxSISS3G4DFMLDjk6Sq-fdABp0ApySvHfRmQnIo6PbCNNq4JZSbbWhAXz8kIMIyD0n5bhsTs3mKnw2kcw18guSn45CVxSl-YlyGkpwg1haR4zxGH_WOoBCNBHfDq-CqNCexVqDSkumVZr8DA-xDct2r865pbNZSEcF/w301-h320/IMG_7064-1.jpg" width="301" /></a></div></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#3 BasilBecky has a love affair with purple basil. I make a beautiful Herb Vinegar out of the leaves and dry the foliage and blooms for arrangements. I found that Basil 'Red Rubin' and Basil 'Dark Opal' kept the dark purplish red color best in my garden. I also plant some basil that has hints of the purple in it, like 'Cinnamon' basil or 'Sweet Thai' basil to have a blended contrast. I did try 'Blue Spice' basil but was not over whelmed and will probably not go that direction again.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjtY6IX_s9fJ_ndi-u6XyLtlZM_gC1h2xrz7AzFFwvj9PNdGFrWwF2lKwh97jRHzSL2KmqsiJR2hjyyc5Vm3MDwnAFTUraIEZM6uw9ghRYKS3sZ29F_e9UfnqWsDYi2b2Y-I_COxM-Uu3jNbf6dYDcV148Pk0-7jlvHAIY50-FucONyfeM9WjGA3YqKAnX/s4032/IMG_7159.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjtY6IX_s9fJ_ndi-u6XyLtlZM_gC1h2xrz7AzFFwvj9PNdGFrWwF2lKwh97jRHzSL2KmqsiJR2hjyyc5Vm3MDwnAFTUraIEZM6uw9ghRYKS3sZ29F_e9UfnqWsDYi2b2Y-I_COxM-Uu3jNbf6dYDcV148Pk0-7jlvHAIY50-FucONyfeM9WjGA3YqKAnX/s320/IMG_7159.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNgiCEdO0AwWeCwGLDtx_670N8GcxNPKPGAOIepXUSEzgdYYomiKutfYHTlEoh7a4Y_xaku0_5xdvp7yQWC7mU5pOKuWf1pdMDjYfilIjMLDlqlJUnLvgIUbA28hMvTbgfgOTeBChBUsXHpIm_KiN-n3V6pz5qeCSiOk5AA9ihzeebNmQPn_zXOChQ0Hci/s4032/IMG_7195.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNgiCEdO0AwWeCwGLDtx_670N8GcxNPKPGAOIepXUSEzgdYYomiKutfYHTlEoh7a4Y_xaku0_5xdvp7yQWC7mU5pOKuWf1pdMDjYfilIjMLDlqlJUnLvgIUbA28hMvTbgfgOTeBChBUsXHpIm_KiN-n3V6pz5qeCSiOk5AA9ihzeebNmQPn_zXOChQ0Hci/s320/IMG_7195.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">#4 Traditionally I always plant a row of the 'Bush Spicy Globe' for several reasons. Firstly, I love the small leaves. They can be picked and used for example in a caprese salad without chopping. The plants make a very impressive border as they turn in to a unique round ball shape and remain short. I did try Basil 'Purple ball' loving the idea that I could alternate the 'Spicy globe' and 'Purple ball', however I did not have good luck with the 'Purple ball'. I love the thought of it so I will try again. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#5 Of course, I will always have Basil 'Genovese' or some version of large leaf basil handy. I had one whole birdie metal planter full this year. Yummy basil always at my fingertips. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> </span>Lastly, but by far one of my favorites is 'African Blue Basil'. I have had this beauty in my garden for about 5 years. The thing is you can not start this plant by seed and it is hard to find. So I started taking cuttings a couple years ago from a mail order plant I purchased early in the spring and the results were excellent. I even had enough to share. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEsRekWZp8DHi5sWSqdwqWg47ds-qeTjIAMbhNkHVU_Ns1LDSbYKOR_sQTNgQKBetkUDyI8SZBb7Rx0Fyo1lkLdAbjQsyROia-OuFVwGu_3_JvzPrLSHoVqjb70cmhSaA_nHLqXxnTE_lvSuvjsFCDIjy4VDf0TDEPKqa_vqg0vMnUGA_uxfg7cw2SceTB/s4032/IMG_7187.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEsRekWZp8DHi5sWSqdwqWg47ds-qeTjIAMbhNkHVU_Ns1LDSbYKOR_sQTNgQKBetkUDyI8SZBb7Rx0Fyo1lkLdAbjQsyROia-OuFVwGu_3_JvzPrLSHoVqjb70cmhSaA_nHLqXxnTE_lvSuvjsFCDIjy4VDf0TDEPKqa_vqg0vMnUGA_uxfg7cw2SceTB/s320/IMG_7187.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> Although </span>I do not eat this plant, I am enamored by its beauty and value. It has a special place in my pollinator garden and is allowed to pretty much bloom freely during the summer. It is absolutely stunning in the garden and attracts so, so many pollinators. In fact it is hard to cut because I have to dodge all the bees. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> So there you go. I am not sure that this helps me take some varieties off next years list. But it helps me </span>organize my thoughts and perhaps focus in and avoid falling in the seed ordering pit as all of the tempting catalogues start arriving daily in my mailbox. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj48K1W8uXY41Kte6g7aIGmBKuQ-p5kuPLfsGwrrwbVA4FqH5w12YY7FyOd9aV5bBg_ThWMyWG6KwHFgviiaXLVprI6fHiP9-dWcfRdvD0W3RxaSgLsOaVrPASg6hkMPCGM3W_PgpIhnA9UvrH2yLC_NMkDsfKmmZn-n0MsqaPvBaq1AUAJh6HxFQ_3aePg/s4032/IMG_7149.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj48K1W8uXY41Kte6g7aIGmBKuQ-p5kuPLfsGwrrwbVA4FqH5w12YY7FyOd9aV5bBg_ThWMyWG6KwHFgviiaXLVprI6fHiP9-dWcfRdvD0W3RxaSgLsOaVrPASg6hkMPCGM3W_PgpIhnA9UvrH2yLC_NMkDsfKmmZn-n0MsqaPvBaq1AUAJh6HxFQ_3aePg/s320/IMG_7149.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-14109321078960245732023-11-15T11:44:00.000-05:002023-11-15T11:44:52.424-05:00Gardening In Brown County ...Loving the Difference <p><span><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYBNH6QM4C6aCGy6iUlIY5REm7z4lEa6-Xuwt_pW1BPASOnc9iU4RsxySReKHA6Qz9GDBOOTR0-XN4YsOplstGITpT4zTUAsYFitffRNgKQN7J_staBYEcL_QRpUA_3o1vvdYrSMO0nDBUAfZZsHIQtgBmBh6hwT5zNDAUlNbiUZa310DufKreKPwTT379/s4032/IMG_6750.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="343" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYBNH6QM4C6aCGy6iUlIY5REm7z4lEa6-Xuwt_pW1BPASOnc9iU4RsxySReKHA6Qz9GDBOOTR0-XN4YsOplstGITpT4zTUAsYFitffRNgKQN7J_staBYEcL_QRpUA_3o1vvdYrSMO0nDBUAfZZsHIQtgBmBh6hwT5zNDAUlNbiUZa310DufKreKPwTT379/w457-h343/IMG_6750.jpeg" width="457" /></a></span></span></div><span><span><br /> <span> </span></span><span style="font-size: large;">Three growing seasons are now under my belt at our house in </span></span><span style="font-size: large;">Brown County. Has it been a challenge? Yes indeed and I am ready to share differences. I have not listed them in any particular order because all of these "differences" have been at times overwhelming. However, coming up with the solutions has been educational and fun. This blog will be a brief synopsis of the last couple years realizations. My intentions are to actively share more details about my new gardening life, horticultural knowledge and adventures. So keep checking my instagram and blog for gardening, nature, travel and adventures. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <span> </span></span><b> However, for now here are a few of the basic differences</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #444444;"><u>#1 Lack of areas with full sunshine.</u></span><span style="color: #04ff00;"> </span>When you live in the woods, any patch of sunshine becomes a potential garden spot. Obviously my mom had the same issue so she designed gardens beds behind the house that maximized the backyard sunshine. I am reviving these beds, but the process has been slow. Sorry Mom, the apple mint that has been growing for 60 years has got to go. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <span> </span>One solution for the search for sunshine has been using the amazing back deck. The space is wide</span>, goes all around the back of the house and faces south with sunshine and warmth even on winter days. This great area has been taken over by Grow Pots, and various other large vessels with some success. I am slowly learning the ins and outs of container gardening. However I still have been able to grow enough fresh veggies and herbs for us to enjoy without a big vegetable garden.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrJKiNdS_fNkAULsqp66PDQdflT5Or1C5XREWePrWFlIZo-Mr6LiW19cRanGVpSr_DJmJioYhKkpWY5V56ZJxT2v5Lc_B_WdmWTmNQL0Mn-Cg7913-SAB4vfx3tCTrHkHC1ECFPg_10Sg39oE7EhsYpfDFpmIgjor2moeCRuagvgFRYg0EFiCjLQd9u5EU/s4032/IMG_6906.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrJKiNdS_fNkAULsqp66PDQdflT5Or1C5XREWePrWFlIZo-Mr6LiW19cRanGVpSr_DJmJioYhKkpWY5V56ZJxT2v5Lc_B_WdmWTmNQL0Mn-Cg7913-SAB4vfx3tCTrHkHC1ECFPg_10Sg39oE7EhsYpfDFpmIgjor2moeCRuagvgFRYg0EFiCjLQd9u5EU/w383-h332/IMG_6906.jpg" width="383" /></span></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZNjAhsNU8gqwh3m_lccqEOyDIxCpybOf8P-zMNrq1Nk3_LjgCudKr-8kvqHd6d19c5ObGzF7sq-3kw7I7dohxaAPr_ljlip7n7dmNVmIiI1rgHgCYnLgogKq_Qx4OjjISrYKBeKzMuOsB8yu6AOTs_ND1SPB1XNItb8Rv6kpMhjcQTTTmB3azL5tWFedI/s4032/IMG_6735.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="342" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZNjAhsNU8gqwh3m_lccqEOyDIxCpybOf8P-zMNrq1Nk3_LjgCudKr-8kvqHd6d19c5ObGzF7sq-3kw7I7dohxaAPr_ljlip7n7dmNVmIiI1rgHgCYnLgogKq_Qx4OjjISrYKBeKzMuOsB8yu6AOTs_ND1SPB1XNItb8Rv6kpMhjcQTTTmB3azL5tWFedI/w344-h342/IMG_6735.jpeg" width="344" /></a></div><br /></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><u>#2 The pressure from critters has been staggering</u>. Deer, turkey and raccoons all find my attempts to grow anything green nothing but a yummy daily feast. We love the wildlife and put out corn for the deer and turkeys and feed the birds, but we have had to employ many different humane tactics to control the population who are driven to eat and destroy.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW84OoydnPuOhilfkmIt7nJysoHYvl38VaMEZdu_i5pWa66XvRqE88PzEjBnkG9Jo9FwFTeXElk_-m7L_meO3fhKyXuRhnrbtzu3DCtpHogTOc5FXjCc8lYR9RPkWeRTz2eNNaa6JVlEraItI2hmogQXr5BL9gSXWn515ILi23UjpPPMVmFyu1uWgJD8hw/s4032/IMG_7515.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW84OoydnPuOhilfkmIt7nJysoHYvl38VaMEZdu_i5pWa66XvRqE88PzEjBnkG9Jo9FwFTeXElk_-m7L_meO3fhKyXuRhnrbtzu3DCtpHogTOc5FXjCc8lYR9RPkWeRTz2eNNaa6JVlEraItI2hmogQXr5BL9gSXWn515ILi23UjpPPMVmFyu1uWgJD8hw/s320/IMG_7515.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><u>#3 Invasive species</u> such as Stilt Grass, Oriental Bittersweet, Burning Bush, Autumn Olive, Russian Olive, brambles and Apple Mint have had their way on this land for over 60 years. The more we clear the more natives pop up. For example after clearing briars in an area we discovered a large patch of trillium. Future blogs will focus on this subject.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><u>#4 Wildflower Meadows </u>that I envisioned all over this property have been a struggle. I keep working, reading and studying and someday I will have native meadows where possible. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <span> Increasingly </span></span>along this journey, I have learned that I need to listen to the land and nature. I have discovered the amazing world of starting all my plants by seed. Podcast have become my best friends and teachers as well as gardening groups and zoom seminars. I now have more garden books than ever and I cherish my growth plus the reinvigorated enthusiasm that it has birthed. </span></p><p><span> <span> <span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> My small little greenhouse built by my mom has opened many new avenues of growth. It is currently packed with herbs, plants to save and starts. My two seed starting stations have further sparked my seed starting obsession. (They were great Valentines gifts)</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisx2O5dS1R1VOX75HgVhI1VS3u_dpElZBC2g3BhyZMO6kODm1Pi0JHIY8imsuWzdDr1Vm3kSeQiw1SRnEomFIu2Cvj5twu56gcjhosM5GmOpTHv5DeIERLlqIMAtepv9NZV_Qu7NxDk5TLwsD2R2Ye3Irwuue0of7R4RPYGzEt64tzHnCnxawLGK_Fbtzo/s4032/IMG_7519.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisx2O5dS1R1VOX75HgVhI1VS3u_dpElZBC2g3BhyZMO6kODm1Pi0JHIY8imsuWzdDr1Vm3kSeQiw1SRnEomFIu2Cvj5twu56gcjhosM5GmOpTHv5DeIERLlqIMAtepv9NZV_Qu7NxDk5TLwsD2R2Ye3Irwuue0of7R4RPYGzEt64tzHnCnxawLGK_Fbtzo/s320/IMG_7519.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm7oJNO-8A16FxIg0SyyvUhjUD1ctVrOwfIcInvoIW_oNY8yeZKOQGh3EKDDkSUff9Cl3V4YW6eC1pU_FjZMeZss2MeY2naiKxaCcGvYdAkQYQ43OV1o21jMkSExiMu-PMeDmyt0zeLLqyPIUxWIlmFYC6bi3puU-iv-aaoaLTT9ahkxhCd9Q98tTu3tg0/s4032/IMG_7517.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm7oJNO-8A16FxIg0SyyvUhjUD1ctVrOwfIcInvoIW_oNY8yeZKOQGh3EKDDkSUff9Cl3V4YW6eC1pU_FjZMeZss2MeY2naiKxaCcGvYdAkQYQ43OV1o21jMkSExiMu-PMeDmyt0zeLLqyPIUxWIlmFYC6bi3puU-iv-aaoaLTT9ahkxhCd9Q98tTu3tg0/s320/IMG_7517.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <span> </span></span>The most important take away and my mantra for the future is that I am a smarter, wiser and more gentle gardener. My love for nature has been reinforced by the understanding that I am now gardening for the pollinators, the bugs, native bees, birds, butterflies and nature. I am letting nature guide me and no longer trying to change my environment to fit my gardening wishes but allowing the native habitat to show me what it needs. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifzD7QUtzSm-eRpSSWVClfXOpiWnYH0FBvlfW6QBWBzzX2EUmE2KF9fZsEw-dSvgXoyiCAHWBJlsLXl-oI9R2albFTruR890XR3xvoer889NyXv-Pl90ZUjJRE5AZbFPCxP6GR-Cgi7MS901zkNTR7IsEIWcjagoFVbdy9hP9cyt0j2VXy-Psb5hwiSAL2/s4032/IMG_6729.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifzD7QUtzSm-eRpSSWVClfXOpiWnYH0FBvlfW6QBWBzzX2EUmE2KF9fZsEw-dSvgXoyiCAHWBJlsLXl-oI9R2albFTruR890XR3xvoer889NyXv-Pl90ZUjJRE5AZbFPCxP6GR-Cgi7MS901zkNTR7IsEIWcjagoFVbdy9hP9cyt0j2VXy-Psb5hwiSAL2/w350-h320/IMG_6729.jpeg" width="350" /></a></div><br /><span><br /></span><p></p><p><span> <span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: large;">All of this has made me very happy. I will forever hold dear the love, memories, friends and blessings from my gardening life in Kentucky. It was over 30 years of positive gardening life with great friends. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> <span> </span></span>But I am content and ready to write, explore and share this new chapter in my gardening life. Please join me in this journey. I appreciate all of my garden buddies and friends. Thank you for helping me come to this peaceful journey </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-40207619331359981002023-11-03T09:19:00.005-04:002023-11-03T09:19:40.522-04:00<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzL5H1v336VM6BOjfU-nr2awVjQhOJxLPoEh7WFCftYHzvfVDewjMo8GGfoKCn59gJMOJM2noi-NVe85v9SNeI5fKOHn7DtU6poWyy_RKJANWaT368fFLrRHuKi4ACKQG_8cQKEPgLLSU41EfN4I2FTYQhnV36IPA7-XyvhZpdc9BPK0-rmNQpyn_sOefn/s3000/IMG_0076.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="3000" height="411" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzL5H1v336VM6BOjfU-nr2awVjQhOJxLPoEh7WFCftYHzvfVDewjMo8GGfoKCn59gJMOJM2noi-NVe85v9SNeI5fKOHn7DtU6poWyy_RKJANWaT368fFLrRHuKi4ACKQG_8cQKEPgLLSU41EfN4I2FTYQhnV36IPA7-XyvhZpdc9BPK0-rmNQpyn_sOefn/w548-h411/IMG_0076.jpeg" width="548" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p><span style="color: #b45f06;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">NATURE IN ALL HER GLORY</span></b></span></p><p><br /></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-61050155090771740682023-01-26T15:01:00.000-05:002023-01-26T15:01:43.550-05:00SALAD BURNET: STRUTS IT'S STUFF ALL YEAR LONG<p> </p><p><span> <span style="font-size: large;">Who does not love a very tasty herb that hangs around most of the winter. That is one of the reasons this yummy and cute </span></span><span style="font-size: large;">perennial is always in my garden. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> Salad Burnet(Sanguisorba minor) makes a great border to any garden. The plants develop in a rosette pattern. They seem to emerge like an opening flower and can become a good sized plant. Approximately 8 to 12 inches across. They are very interesting plants. </span><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> As the young leaves emerge the leaves are oval with serrated edges. </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;">They have a very distinct cucumber taste. These leaves are a very good substitute for individuals who have a problem digesting cucumbers. </span></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHIv6WoyLgvwYYtMFAsYb7chXB5Aoq7My_MYD-zbuaVbjfZoMpe70wnN8N90TP4K1xSkyJEO6qUHSZEIPZhCbpdvmh4ZVXcJuUfexGlcd4kjUr4xmXEFLlz8c3Yf2rmC9cT6K-v9zIAfoyHbMizPfCuE9pk3BU5S5n82sHATSU7NHsXboPLkf9XE8Lg/s4032/IMG_4907.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHIv6WoyLgvwYYtMFAsYb7chXB5Aoq7My_MYD-zbuaVbjfZoMpe70wnN8N90TP4K1xSkyJEO6qUHSZEIPZhCbpdvmh4ZVXcJuUfexGlcd4kjUr4xmXEFLlz8c3Yf2rmC9cT6K-v9zIAfoyHbMizPfCuE9pk3BU5S5n82sHATSU7NHsXboPLkf9XE8Lg/s320/IMG_4907.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p> <span style="font-size: large;">I love using the young leaves in salads and cold dips and fillers for Cherry tomatoes. Here is one of my absolute go to recipes for an herbal dip/ filler/ spread. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> Blend </span>together 1 package of softened cream cheese and either 1/4 white wine or sour cream or mayo. I prefer the sour cream or mayo. My daughter has used greek yogurt and loves it. Then add 4TBLS Burnett leaves chopped fine. Plus 2TBLS Chives or Garlic Chives. Then season with 1teas salt and pepper. In order to add some texture, I sometimes add some chopped lettuce. Depending on what is in the garden I might add other herbs but prefer not to mask the cucumber flavor. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I have stuffed this into tomatoes, celery, mushrooms, or just for a dip for veggies and crackers. It is always a big hit</span></p><p><br /></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3CM6t7jnNnPj6E3x68xVMhQ1U2Zw8pI5OKCO2a-eHiVZ3aytlG504tAFnBoNsHOH7ErM08iKV12ZAgr6UevOFAFGnqbLfWM_yJmZzBdWIj1IpW9p5UQNLlTFbXphlLmLMcL8iH2eGmjsZhsoQObFbwCW9ky9AJeqbkD2pfZwKSMobpEhyk41oxbGaWQ/s4032/IMG_4908.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3CM6t7jnNnPj6E3x68xVMhQ1U2Zw8pI5OKCO2a-eHiVZ3aytlG504tAFnBoNsHOH7ErM08iKV12ZAgr6UevOFAFGnqbLfWM_yJmZzBdWIj1IpW9p5UQNLlTFbXphlLmLMcL8iH2eGmjsZhsoQObFbwCW9ky9AJeqbkD2pfZwKSMobpEhyk41oxbGaWQ/s320/IMG_4908.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div><span> <span style="font-size: large;">As the plant </span></span><span style="font-size: large;">matures it sends up a stalk that can grow up to 1 foot in height. At the top it shots out a pinkish blossom. These are totally edible and color and texture to salads. But by far my favorite use for these blooms is to make an herbal vinegar. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span> I infuse the blossoms in a white wine vinegar and let them be for a week or more. The vinegar turns an eye catching rosy pink. So yummy in vinaigrettes. It is a true show off in my line up of homemade Vinegars.</span><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> </span><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span><span> My hope is that you will give this little known herb a try. What could be </span>better than a perennial that is easy to grow( I start this one from seed using winter sowing), green almost all year long, and so tasty. WIN WIN WIN!!</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-4007271005000217712023-01-21T12:37:00.000-05:002023-01-21T12:37:52.688-05:00Time to Winter Sow<p> </p><p> <span style="font-size: large;"> I love this method of sowing seeds. I first learned about it about 5 years ago and I have never looked back. So far I have only done the traditional way but after listening to Joe the Gardener, I am going to try a different but similar way using Native Perennials. Stay tuned for information on that adventure...coming soon. More seeds are ordered.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVWRMa2LpYIbUUVI6HaD8MeRv1QrXiW_dGE6uluS8PPqGnwf0pqyNba8oVrDYYehY_T4Glbsvj1NSOZsfvJ2YP3l3zeFXEtWoWItB6cZXDiReWp0wiKXGEa1EVcGPoUZhINiPbCeoqZX3gDVBMx_s3l2jbp1WVRig0MozQf7s5ct2PmP7fUN-pZNPRQ/s4032/IMG_4902.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVWRMa2LpYIbUUVI6HaD8MeRv1QrXiW_dGE6uluS8PPqGnwf0pqyNba8oVrDYYehY_T4Glbsvj1NSOZsfvJ2YP3l3zeFXEtWoWItB6cZXDiReWp0wiKXGEa1EVcGPoUZhINiPbCeoqZX3gDVBMx_s3l2jbp1WVRig0MozQf7s5ct2PmP7fUN-pZNPRQ/s320/IMG_4902.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: large;">For a step by step detail on winter sowing, just type in Winter Sowing in my search bar on this blog site and all three blogs will pop up!! Please do this before doing method of sowing seeds </span><p></p><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span> This year I have started with parsley (both flat and curly),violas, and </span>Angelica. I love having tons of parsley not only for my swallowtail caterpillars to munch on but also for me to use. More to be sowed.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span> My mom and I always planted tons of pansies and violas. You know it was the Tri Delta and Theta in us, we could not help it. I am doing Violas three ways...save that for another blog. </span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> </span><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span><span> I can not encourage you to try this effortless and rewarding method of sowing seeds. Remember it does best for me when you use perennials and seeds that require cold </span></span></span>stratification. </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdJZUv8lVzYT8AX235eDSgCJFin8lm44FHdzj8Fq_GmgTa8unruesg-NdVlJkDCd8M9YMPEeCIPWImYlyL6lgYittdL9RkKnW9Tzjkqslih72Sphk3g4mI2bJrTRgTGNWRGhySibJEqVd6gLTPjhow2atH-WusJjpRTh-sT7u0N0eifcBSUfUOPuU8Ig/s4032/IMG_4896.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdJZUv8lVzYT8AX235eDSgCJFin8lm44FHdzj8Fq_GmgTa8unruesg-NdVlJkDCd8M9YMPEeCIPWImYlyL6lgYittdL9RkKnW9Tzjkqslih72Sphk3g4mI2bJrTRgTGNWRGhySibJEqVd6gLTPjhow2atH-WusJjpRTh-sT7u0N0eifcBSUfUOPuU8Ig/s320/IMG_4896.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhALDz_Sp3EjOnlpPnSVLAoN8haDE1k7L0vSY3Dw-du_2JmK63a6w2q0hEZqMUKcXJYqmjgxd-Yzj34-kJSLmGDzZGgdq_jT-2WQhOyoRCtkWSvRKQokXr2asEQ96reFwlKGC0mS4btWxOhqPAcm1rUR9pbMNbHykzEGUVt0X_gnLqkQe3xb9U611QWbA/s4032/IMG_4895.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhALDz_Sp3EjOnlpPnSVLAoN8haDE1k7L0vSY3Dw-du_2JmK63a6w2q0hEZqMUKcXJYqmjgxd-Yzj34-kJSLmGDzZGgdq_jT-2WQhOyoRCtkWSvRKQokXr2asEQ96reFwlKGC0mS4btWxOhqPAcm1rUR9pbMNbHykzEGUVt0X_gnLqkQe3xb9U611QWbA/s320/IMG_4895.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYM5VzzYCYgkyUuSVfytdGLoZBlidYImDZ9nnRFEw44XDbH9yQaqrsZBJ7_DqwDl6Gei1_NQm6bK-S4msNZJ2J-aI1ehYk8Xn69j27WgVSn48L7_dzpeqrxQzbHwPEF_p5lLHu7PlVtnywtqRjxeg-wJGEZKwfuywRzzNuEmX915n_8bwrq3QQpESiqw/s4032/IMG_4887-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYM5VzzYCYgkyUuSVfytdGLoZBlidYImDZ9nnRFEw44XDbH9yQaqrsZBJ7_DqwDl6Gei1_NQm6bK-S4msNZJ2J-aI1ehYk8Xn69j27WgVSn48L7_dzpeqrxQzbHwPEF_p5lLHu7PlVtnywtqRjxeg-wJGEZKwfuywRzzNuEmX915n_8bwrq3QQpESiqw/s320/IMG_4887-4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> </span><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span><span> </span><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-24939639098101942872022-11-07T09:38:00.001-05:002022-11-07T09:38:46.107-05:00 Flitting Around Butterfly World <p> <span> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKkbjjMSt38Tb8nOmPj2T4xUvdyUhsDORheJ4Xp4LEuVKU82IE_G3IhhrSybDg3dA-07sbZOGX2jGr47N0ZEiNH2lFZfjYuepvrdvFlqRFukMyWk9321iEc7Bn1M7nNkkzSDBJ7iJtH_9rgjbKcxMO9CqFZxaBoRDBvO7_aXZzmqO0BH7CwP8ew1HSFQ/s4032/IMG_4228.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKkbjjMSt38Tb8nOmPj2T4xUvdyUhsDORheJ4Xp4LEuVKU82IE_G3IhhrSybDg3dA-07sbZOGX2jGr47N0ZEiNH2lFZfjYuepvrdvFlqRFukMyWk9321iEc7Bn1M7nNkkzSDBJ7iJtH_9rgjbKcxMO9CqFZxaBoRDBvO7_aXZzmqO0BH7CwP8ew1HSFQ/s320/IMG_4228.HEIC" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">When traveling I always research the area for interesting gardens or nature sites to explore and visit. Butterfly World caught my eye by advertising that it had over 20,000 butterflies. I was also drawn in because it boasted about having a large collection of native pollinator plants, botanical gardens, aviaries as well as a bug museum.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I must say I really enjoyed the experience. The areas for the butterflies were clean and full of healthy plants everyone seemed to be happy. There were limited staff and guides around to provide info and answer questions but I would have enjoyed more signage for butterfly and plant identification.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG59hInLW3pg8mtariHsC8QGSa_eQyzq3opUoDG2TgzMDhJCo7mYc6Mg-5lMZLQ1dV7jWTuNWGHuaJDQX4Exps4Jg_8hVDVBggp5gTDIDc6-dtg4dRoLKAXmxEK_iMnmUHmgN9saHtUeIS3tfHMzJ-k2srQm6rHU7vbeiRgTcYDD0tu0PLqhG8U7fdbw/s4032/IMG_4270.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG59hInLW3pg8mtariHsC8QGSa_eQyzq3opUoDG2TgzMDhJCo7mYc6Mg-5lMZLQ1dV7jWTuNWGHuaJDQX4Exps4Jg_8hVDVBggp5gTDIDc6-dtg4dRoLKAXmxEK_iMnmUHmgN9saHtUeIS3tfHMzJ-k2srQm6rHU7vbeiRgTcYDD0tu0PLqhG8U7fdbw/s320/IMG_4270.HEIC" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4bVbe_mOLnrDAQEoYUA8NJdEYPcWXPjjYIWNAK4OQ7HnQw3PWyAUbvLrhgVf52WOOZVpfHtvIAqci8SSK05GUt8ByPPFpjLIXu1jGsGXwjG8AEyogewR4HKMiFcDcOF-yVOZAjO4o9yurebE14SlM_WM0cskRmiXLKmhsYRBYT4JPINmYiKeBLsmI0A/s4032/IMG_4260.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4bVbe_mOLnrDAQEoYUA8NJdEYPcWXPjjYIWNAK4OQ7HnQw3PWyAUbvLrhgVf52WOOZVpfHtvIAqci8SSK05GUt8ByPPFpjLIXu1jGsGXwjG8AEyogewR4HKMiFcDcOF-yVOZAjO4o9yurebE14SlM_WM0cskRmiXLKmhsYRBYT4JPINmYiKeBLsmI0A/s320/IMG_4260.HEIC" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdaPy29kioUsT-myrM-JYjxXR4Ku_0rrvHvNRLg6-_OZxBFbRthiYTJECf-WWbSPx2uO_kZLKQxJu9V-xrVZH5IPtF3btV720t0u8bTbZ0pWk9ayfVxDUjl3uETA2MCvjHdxD9FaIzDIzELQSpMN0h3SKO33RyiOKebGRY0piNAboPI65c0i1cy8dEA/s320/IMG_4281.HEIC" width="240" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The museum had excellent idenification displays of all the butterflies and insects. So a tremendous amount of interesting and valuable facts could be gleaned from the displays. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGXYmyko5qNQbWGWqCq_07eINqCtgz33YNFyQRDGAXxpNzfxZrq_-FU7-cPO0mN4cM2Emu9_BO4sRAvnkJM1YeBpLLsjr8ewDGS23NeCTLJezuFouSWsIe52NOjMGdoIl-kCB3FtQD3bSACPHQSlJmitclBTjslrvjLP5CfHoK9QQNVV73rANV64Rw_g/s4032/IMG_4315.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGXYmyko5qNQbWGWqCq_07eINqCtgz33YNFyQRDGAXxpNzfxZrq_-FU7-cPO0mN4cM2Emu9_BO4sRAvnkJM1YeBpLLsjr8ewDGS23NeCTLJezuFouSWsIe52NOjMGdoIl-kCB3FtQD3bSACPHQSlJmitclBTjslrvjLP5CfHoK9QQNVV73rANV64Rw_g/s320/IMG_4315.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The site is within a city park (Tradewinds Park-South) so there were playgrounds and other rec facilities for families. The actual "world" has a small cafe, a fun swinging bridge, and several other attractions that make for a fun outing. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">As usual I loved perusing the gift shop for interesting books and gifts.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-size: large;">I always seem to have success finding something that I need? </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4EWNPHKKycEN4-HvoLiDnrAMs-lrHAp6usJD2GlbCEBaJt2Co6zPipwhYesZiGcItjhllGhObGC7jEiWEsH-2RUE7cMQeisyO0pjEHAFXd5g0t0-jTS3UZk1F-RRIEIOz6Mhn2CgtOQOHFO6AmaRA1c_K618V7jhG1g-9pqg7RJuXKqNiAhy5H5BWWQ/s4032/IMG_4285.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4EWNPHKKycEN4-HvoLiDnrAMs-lrHAp6usJD2GlbCEBaJt2Co6zPipwhYesZiGcItjhllGhObGC7jEiWEsH-2RUE7cMQeisyO0pjEHAFXd5g0t0-jTS3UZk1F-RRIEIOz6Mhn2CgtOQOHFO6AmaRA1c_K618V7jhG1g-9pqg7RJuXKqNiAhy5H5BWWQ/s320/IMG_4285.HEIC" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9bcP-ku9gaC6_SCblpgbtO34u3jp-M6WlV90FeYKRa5AvM6-dDBjydLJu1AaoRjJ8h2kNclva3bFHcN0UvnaLcpAMwRKZeyPonbRUrjBc-zU8wEEIPoiEMmzStnstLuvvXWEtTFS1wKu1XZnQ-jdfNOQc-IcObrIg4fJJVPeMrmSMNYm5WkeHgGGNnw/s4032/IMG_4292.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9bcP-ku9gaC6_SCblpgbtO34u3jp-M6WlV90FeYKRa5AvM6-dDBjydLJu1AaoRjJ8h2kNclva3bFHcN0UvnaLcpAMwRKZeyPonbRUrjBc-zU8wEEIPoiEMmzStnstLuvvXWEtTFS1wKu1XZnQ-jdfNOQc-IcObrIg4fJJVPeMrmSMNYm5WkeHgGGNnw/s320/IMG_4292.HEIC" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghkbeFUdCwJwZyv4vKt2OEGQDARh2U1q1F0W9Z22G0llmvD6Tog1-1auXJqYdk5FAh3uJgVnGXajkP3ob1CssOBxqrSBYvOiPZnqE-hxUiZJI8iv7rC9bgU6OBFQjEZv-qU3C4TlCow3LZahRzjxi7NgoqNLlEN9z1hYULML-GY3EzxAUsO9KPJJ4I8g/s4032/IMG_4283.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghkbeFUdCwJwZyv4vKt2OEGQDARh2U1q1F0W9Z22G0llmvD6Tog1-1auXJqYdk5FAh3uJgVnGXajkP3ob1CssOBxqrSBYvOiPZnqE-hxUiZJI8iv7rC9bgU6OBFQjEZv-qU3C4TlCow3LZahRzjxi7NgoqNLlEN9z1hYULML-GY3EzxAUsO9KPJJ4I8g/s320/IMG_4283.HEIC" width="320" /></a></div><br />Because I love vertical gardens and vining beauties I very much enjoyed the vine maze. It hosted many native finds and excellent growing information. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Due to the recent storms in Florida, the aviaries were not very active. They had some interesting birds but not as many as advertised. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXNEm6jmNh3QKQkgTv2GY_rLrJ9yTtGWxSyLD1VozZFXmfEW29R21xCB3KCFjvC14D1fd-c6I-3AASfMx8IoL20CmFi03AVC5D5dO7fA0gr9POOBWnY2U-Uf5mLbRGnf_zsufBXqMGComeVdA3Vkek9isEt9pCHMrppBbDm3HSLRd0KczzFngG3yxR8A/s4032/IMG_4302.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXNEm6jmNh3QKQkgTv2GY_rLrJ9yTtGWxSyLD1VozZFXmfEW29R21xCB3KCFjvC14D1fd-c6I-3AASfMx8IoL20CmFi03AVC5D5dO7fA0gr9POOBWnY2U-Uf5mLbRGnf_zsufBXqMGComeVdA3Vkek9isEt9pCHMrppBbDm3HSLRd0KczzFngG3yxR8A/s320/IMG_4302.jpg" width="240" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Ss7gU35RjbA5oxNtDVBfbd2w75qirJ8sBIb78kQk1c6ZsfRXEgYnQ1wLMq_31gXAmG8LMHFkaabThhpdvS6DStwzATChxjYfdyfntp_RW3U_JiKxOvKqQU1_8p_T02dkkFotn6Q7x0Yjfvu2mO03MoC_O0_mzGmyVgQfv32vG0O5UqcMFc5oRgd9pA/s4032/IMG_4307.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Ss7gU35RjbA5oxNtDVBfbd2w75qirJ8sBIb78kQk1c6ZsfRXEgYnQ1wLMq_31gXAmG8LMHFkaabThhpdvS6DStwzATChxjYfdyfntp_RW3U_JiKxOvKqQU1_8p_T02dkkFotn6Q7x0Yjfvu2mO03MoC_O0_mzGmyVgQfv32vG0O5UqcMFc5oRgd9pA/s320/IMG_4307.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Particularly if you have never been to a Butterfly Enclosure you should seek one out to visit. It is quite overwhelming to have these beauties flitting so close and personal. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div></div><p></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-88378754360484949972022-04-02T18:37:00.000-04:002022-04-02T18:37:06.933-04:00PARSLEY FOUR WAYS <p> <span> <span> </span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPXmLOXtOOPASvfgK1TVxeNmncuIuk2vnqE6vtx-0r08mNi9xAyZ8yKbubP4loflGfm8gClNds22dpmZrvJH8UngRCUCQ-hH9AeTEblbadtGkgGbtb7CjgzZzAQ-Mivf1nM5EnB18s2l4qFUIGqWKlRiAT8zVaXySRKObSSvzmbyDjC7N7xFEOojpKCQ/s4032/IMG_2292.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPXmLOXtOOPASvfgK1TVxeNmncuIuk2vnqE6vtx-0r08mNi9xAyZ8yKbubP4loflGfm8gClNds22dpmZrvJH8UngRCUCQ-hH9AeTEblbadtGkgGbtb7CjgzZzAQ-Mivf1nM5EnB18s2l4qFUIGqWKlRiAT8zVaXySRKObSSvzmbyDjC7N7xFEOojpKCQ/w280-h364/IMG_2292.jpg" width="280" /></a></span></div><p><span><span><span> </span> I love Parsley... and so do my </span></span>butterflies and bees. If I have to share this tasty herb I will need to have a large supply. <span>I grow both Flat Leaf Parsley(Petroselinium crispum neopolitanum) and Curly </span>Parsley a(Petroselinum crispum). I feel the Flat Leaf is more favorable for cooking but the butterflies don't seem to care. Black Swallowtail larva will devour either. So please plant both. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rN3O2MSBNCAV9UcyDNr5Akv0ofkB6sfDvieiTwRzM1EOjBwRPAhr_hBQ2CpwDDyQeZr9tea-PZdCvcZldhQGOhWjbWY7AUrx9VsHSEB5EFapU4QjIx-60zmG0M9CisYLF6d2_FclAfGkqCb7Gpqg-f1FGMGc6tvjlsIqXKBFqtnk-tyi5U25zBwj1g/s4032/IMG_9884.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="323" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rN3O2MSBNCAV9UcyDNr5Akv0ofkB6sfDvieiTwRzM1EOjBwRPAhr_hBQ2CpwDDyQeZr9tea-PZdCvcZldhQGOhWjbWY7AUrx9VsHSEB5EFapU4QjIx-60zmG0M9CisYLF6d2_FclAfGkqCb7Gpqg-f1FGMGc6tvjlsIqXKBFqtnk-tyi5U25zBwj1g/w412-h323/IMG_9884.jpg" width="412" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRKD5_NRtJswEQ_AkNodgOyHtsZ-VZLIwJyaLWhzSbHB4ya_V1f9GPf2l6WVNEOXA06bgOi9hs721ZuEYizgOwAWNMr1KwsptBJbgkIDQ4rJXda-ahuljTYEdyy6WLbXx6HZW8zqnEtiIVh3CxPvQdB0f8W7HAM8rD4Bv4C14j5z_Wvs9g5eLv0fkBYA/s4032/IMG_2312.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRKD5_NRtJswEQ_AkNodgOyHtsZ-VZLIwJyaLWhzSbHB4ya_V1f9GPf2l6WVNEOXA06bgOi9hs721ZuEYizgOwAWNMr1KwsptBJbgkIDQ4rJXda-ahuljTYEdyy6WLbXx6HZW8zqnEtiIVh3CxPvQdB0f8W7HAM8rD4Bv4C14j5z_Wvs9g5eLv0fkBYA/s320/IMG_2312.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><span> Because of the desire to grow multiples of this herb, this year I am growing Parsley using four different methods. It will be interesting to see which method is the winner. </span></p><p><span><span> 1. Reseeding</span></span></p><p><span><span>The first method is the easiest. </span></span><span> </span>I have had good luck with my parsley reseeding and coming back year after year. It is a taproot biannual so I allow the older plant to go to seed and I have successfully ended up with new starts of this great herb. Often times the plant is tougher the second year, so I usually try to focus on using the new young plants and allowing my garden friends to munch away on the rest. </p><p><span> 2. Winter Sowing</span></p><p><span>This method has proven very effective with both varieties of parsley. </span> I have done winter sowing for over four years and have come to enjoy the ease of this method. Please refer back to my previous blog for a step by step guide for Winer Sowing. </p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCMP1Ai0gS6ug5mOp7e7pfAjVyqog8nMrj-Y05OlCePL1XgvxPUVUAaHOcJH-GqhbArF92K1quHKcgexgVDQMRxSz3Te0WzrkoJNozNRFWroK3kBhh0oKh1btG4hZUAJp9uLdT-KzoTFHlDe3zyE6YfkEvGPemgDVGYBwjf0ibBGseZBMsnl2MTStUlg/s4032/IMG_1943.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCMP1Ai0gS6ug5mOp7e7pfAjVyqog8nMrj-Y05OlCePL1XgvxPUVUAaHOcJH-GqhbArF92K1quHKcgexgVDQMRxSz3Te0WzrkoJNozNRFWroK3kBhh0oKh1btG4hZUAJp9uLdT-KzoTFHlDe3zyE6YfkEvGPemgDVGYBwjf0ibBGseZBMsnl2MTStUlg/s320/IMG_1943.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><span> 3. </span> Starting seed in the seed starting flat with a dome under lights and in the greenhouse.</p><p>Most people get Flowers or candy for Valentines Day, but not me. I was thrilled to get a growing station from Garden Supply. The adjustable lights and shelves really adds to the effectiveness of starting seeds. I still have to use my home made station since I have a seed addiction. One can never start enough seeds. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivqxR3nbmxyX1z3pyo71Y_uj8q46zAOBpZGw73YzTfj18K-nGu9CpX-g_9GeNEpZeh2Pj-JZxVG_Ax61PwPatIhNFik9wA8kBGNJnW4OkIq8cIUhVRzlyrzIYnHtjPBtvS75IPb7PBEXHdsLEGVIC1nYK9ynGfR0uoajrV38DbwrbtXoKuNqw_f205og/s4032/IMG_2231.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivqxR3nbmxyX1z3pyo71Y_uj8q46zAOBpZGw73YzTfj18K-nGu9CpX-g_9GeNEpZeh2Pj-JZxVG_Ax61PwPatIhNFik9wA8kBGNJnW4OkIq8cIUhVRzlyrzIYnHtjPBtvS75IPb7PBEXHdsLEGVIC1nYK9ynGfR0uoajrV38DbwrbtXoKuNqw_f205og/s320/IMG_2231.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I started several trays of both flat leaf and curly parsley. Since the seeds are tough, I poured very hot water over them and then let them soak about 24 hours before putting them in the seed trays. Then I painted them according to the directions on the package. Most seeds packets have very valuable growing and germination information on the packet. So read and reread. I use a seed starting mix in the trays. I purchased the trays as I love the drainage of the seed insert in the outside tray. I have used lots of different vehicles to germinate seeds, some worked better than others A most important necessity is good drainage. I have killed many seedlings by drowning. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTrmfcyaM-4wrpE2AHEaP5mtcvbHIBWI7aHzxSNgzrMQ2xigOLiSNv6y6KmVYob_K_ZCUXG5ZYSfuZpPW7Vqqs19Edxaw9A0Vn6RnBlutltMtht5DUum7Sci-muWX__iWrfpbfjyTUa9l6XgBb0XUtqd6hz0-4aPynxrtxQauF4-pcXRvcEYwK0ff4w/s4032/IMG_2152.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTrmfcyaM-4wrpE2AHEaP5mtcvbHIBWI7aHzxSNgzrMQ2xigOLiSNv6y6KmVYob_K_ZCUXG5ZYSfuZpPW7Vqqs19Edxaw9A0Vn6RnBlutltMtht5DUum7Sci-muWX__iWrfpbfjyTUa9l6XgBb0XUtqd6hz0-4aPynxrtxQauF4-pcXRvcEYwK0ff4w/s320/IMG_2152.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>I covered them with domes and placed them on the warming seed mats under the lights. I made sure they never dried completely out by gently watering. In less than two weeks the first leafs popped out of the soil. Then I removed the domes over the trays. I put one tray in the heated greenhouse and the other on the old growing station. So far so good.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKggOkp7XRgAT535JCoAMMbGxCvyaGcsEhTtkI7Io_hGFmV9vhW7LXjg6OcHoyy74nx07PsvumKz-IHohaSECKVefw8Np5rX8OhTsusyH_dEA1Vix4_eaZNJrKzKCJpLqrZdkTq8KLKxYyd0wKXLB1d59lBJx5y4cxKyujoN07cFX5Ykpv26qqFYwuAA/s4032/IMG_2314.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKggOkp7XRgAT535JCoAMMbGxCvyaGcsEhTtkI7Io_hGFmV9vhW7LXjg6OcHoyy74nx07PsvumKz-IHohaSECKVefw8Np5rX8OhTsusyH_dEA1Vix4_eaZNJrKzKCJpLqrZdkTq8KLKxYyd0wKXLB1d59lBJx5y4cxKyujoN07cFX5Ykpv26qqFYwuAA/s320/IMG_2314.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span> </span>4. Starting the seed in the garden and in pots outside. </span></p><p>Lastly I soaked the remaining seeds in hot water for 24 hours then planted the seeds in the existing gardens and in a pot outside. Since I did this about 2 weeks ago, the seeds have gone through a freeze/thaw cycle and so they should germinate and grow. Time will tell... </p><p><span><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqDPA5oi3vKgCxED6Fy8V3I04vl6rSCQFPsmjbXMZBiBntns4T8P_tw-eWU5h8bpHyByaODkszOIBEQoUKT3YjsVBCuQTj5rPpPhqZybzWETJeKESlptQTV6OQbfMbgG8Y26MTtnR9gtlh1uuykcTvAH8MUoXDYrZiAuha_icIMSXEtkFnStyqkwmJeA/s4032/IMG_2158.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqDPA5oi3vKgCxED6Fy8V3I04vl6rSCQFPsmjbXMZBiBntns4T8P_tw-eWU5h8bpHyByaODkszOIBEQoUKT3YjsVBCuQTj5rPpPhqZybzWETJeKESlptQTV6OQbfMbgG8Y26MTtnR9gtlh1uuykcTvAH8MUoXDYrZiAuha_icIMSXEtkFnStyqkwmJeA/s320/IMG_2158.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><span>I will you let you know how these parsley seeds progress. I am sure I will have a bountiful crop of parsley. </span></p><p><span>More than enough for all. </span> </p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-88796165141967709112022-03-14T19:16:00.001-04:002022-03-14T19:17:26.870-04:00Mother is taking over the Greenhouse<p> <span> </span></p><p><span><span> </span> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgh2mf3XxRm0nOScf7xAnRXFwfpSOYWEL92ZPaWIriYYku1Ums3kzTMQZUtHoyhqmdP7aAUQ8n3R6frOb8_CeigxtSaYrTa5o0rk6Fv6M6pwuwuIaXeOdGA0hqo57Q_EsGRdPIFwv2G8qG960FJok0aHW8h1_cs98CfCn4qUbvAJfSGnVZD-JIwazur6g=s1800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgh2mf3XxRm0nOScf7xAnRXFwfpSOYWEL92ZPaWIriYYku1Ums3kzTMQZUtHoyhqmdP7aAUQ8n3R6frOb8_CeigxtSaYrTa5o0rk6Fv6M6pwuwuIaXeOdGA0hqo57Q_EsGRdPIFwv2G8qG960FJok0aHW8h1_cs98CfCn4qUbvAJfSGnVZD-JIwazur6g=s320" width="256" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> For over 25 years my mother planned her perfect </span></span></span></span></span>retirement house. It was on land in Brown County Indiana that my parents had acquired. The goal was to allow their family of six kids land where they could run wild, swim, ride horses and learn about nature. </p><p><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> Some of my mom's favorite times in this special house were spent in her small greenhouse off the </span></span></span></span></span>kitchen. She loved growing basil, parsley and her beloved red geraniums. Flash forward over 30 years later I am living there and enjoying the same pleasure. </p><p><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> So when I saw a Mother of </span></span></span></span></span>Thousand (Kalanchoe Daigremontiana) AKA: Alligator Plant, or Mexican Hat Plant. I knew that the plant needed a spot in my Mother's greenhouse. In reality I believe the plant is Mother of Millions (Kalanchoe Delagoensis) AKA Devil's Backbone or Chandelier Plant. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgm0t5oBxm7FybfQ47-oPjTxf3Pmwm5ETac1DfBZpYCrEuwsFP6JfEjvsMwSM_BoLV98O7ap0lK1TPBhY9lGa5qpT51xDWh-SQdfu4yI2HxH5Dg4AGDa_9QIJ69J_DzQTfbtOvjGJ7PtoYz8GaLA_UVM8WtLBu1d3tKjucHd7tY_4e6WEsojld2UARE_Q=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgm0t5oBxm7FybfQ47-oPjTxf3Pmwm5ETac1DfBZpYCrEuwsFP6JfEjvsMwSM_BoLV98O7ap0lK1TPBhY9lGa5qpT51xDWh-SQdfu4yI2HxH5Dg4AGDa_9QIJ69J_DzQTfbtOvjGJ7PtoYz8GaLA_UVM8WtLBu1d3tKjucHd7tY_4e6WEsojld2UARE_Q=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><span> <span> <span> Looks harmless right? Succulents do great in the greenhouse. I had read this plant grows </span></span></span>rapidly and requires a minimum amount of care. I also was quite fascinated by the little babies hanging to the mother's leaves. So win-win, correct? </p><p><span><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-EAM2Do6yvAmaQOh7BZDC75c1-fBvscx3TSs4WMBosS1HprP2eMYK7-SDHn7TCadt9MSfhO5Ec4LapkqjHclPgD-zoyEoaICB5FKuoTbS1DIQ3KZI5vhR_bXIDciSBrVo65KVrTWLVrPeoM9cods9kjHV55QxBUafH3KGOz0ClXrgKqlS4TgNlfAZfg=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-EAM2Do6yvAmaQOh7BZDC75c1-fBvscx3TSs4WMBosS1HprP2eMYK7-SDHn7TCadt9MSfhO5Ec4LapkqjHclPgD-zoyEoaICB5FKuoTbS1DIQ3KZI5vhR_bXIDciSBrVo65KVrTWLVrPeoM9cods9kjHV55QxBUafH3KGOz0ClXrgKqlS4TgNlfAZfg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span><span> <span> Well now...two year later I have thousands, if not millions of this plant popping up everywhere. I must admit I do love the tall spikes with a beautiful cluster of red blooms. They add a pop of color and height which I enjoy in the dead of winter. But they go to seed as well and spread babies all over the greenhouse. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOvixZwWKuRY3TWY5bsaDLQaZVQfsmqIrT5ZQYTBNP20EnMe1JFqJlsHBrmX3fbBNZH3VbFiqMdmCOCbKC-QsQyoRQjR1OHgI8yZvkPVc4hpecTSU-i3eT15RU9UuJS_-tn_VWI3pSGsvH6hecNewAgBaaKOf_5meWKlYZPdDLk0pPqb0-_mFAbcDInA=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOvixZwWKuRY3TWY5bsaDLQaZVQfsmqIrT5ZQYTBNP20EnMe1JFqJlsHBrmX3fbBNZH3VbFiqMdmCOCbKC-QsQyoRQjR1OHgI8yZvkPVc4hpecTSU-i3eT15RU9UuJS_-tn_VWI3pSGsvH6hecNewAgBaaKOf_5meWKlYZPdDLk0pPqb0-_mFAbcDInA=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEioV5-UJbzhgtKXxY9jotyt7Y0pKnfwJogrqHCxiPZ7VodvgbrVreWvkPwtqXG_35Go_qQ5F0tbV3XZ7vuiM850taOJKS9-3SMrph65a1p4zkCB5aTk8E2LHNwTa_xquJrNZ1BtczaPI81abYrKZiUJrX8Mu5suzSE8sGddiYyN6-MuTy7UWupDINDbyw=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEioV5-UJbzhgtKXxY9jotyt7Y0pKnfwJogrqHCxiPZ7VodvgbrVreWvkPwtqXG_35Go_qQ5F0tbV3XZ7vuiM850taOJKS9-3SMrph65a1p4zkCB5aTk8E2LHNwTa_xquJrNZ1BtczaPI81abYrKZiUJrX8Mu5suzSE8sGddiYyN6-MuTy7UWupDINDbyw=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /></span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span><span> <span> <span> Currently the babies are sprouting up all over and in every available space in the greenhouse. I will have to </span></span></span>eradicate some of the plants. Taking Mom's advice "too much of a good thing often is not a good thing", I will remove some of the Mothers! <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8YD5PLDIrGDxwL5mFO9Oh-JssXLe4t328-w86SleY46yehDMr2kGvLVhLiwLcy-QJ3A_J-UszqpRlq-l_nfp4X5dgbrTJsGLPaTRfOTcoMAqFKZYv-LH-WHybPcC8RSqIScvWud0nj3b0lGTPMyDPAxZUXZIujJTjO9JYVNHj9ymS32SiuZuOldkHvg=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8YD5PLDIrGDxwL5mFO9Oh-JssXLe4t328-w86SleY46yehDMr2kGvLVhLiwLcy-QJ3A_J-UszqpRlq-l_nfp4X5dgbrTJsGLPaTRfOTcoMAqFKZYv-LH-WHybPcC8RSqIScvWud0nj3b0lGTPMyDPAxZUXZIujJTjO9JYVNHj9ymS32SiuZuOldkHvg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCl8VOK1RTYQ5ZAutV33fwGfFtfFwxrMRwT_sWXMaWe5G9yXYunAIDlLLEP70bRYsIJ3EhBa7MhBcTnkL7SafYNVAEv03w6VPiFEHzg8oAwqFFTSY0lh_0XPDPpvlmjlgW3YIZjECZhJkcAFsP4No5p5GecGpZinwRvlhe7PfEXXG0BYXAoXOZOKUImg=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCl8VOK1RTYQ5ZAutV33fwGfFtfFwxrMRwT_sWXMaWe5G9yXYunAIDlLLEP70bRYsIJ3EhBa7MhBcTnkL7SafYNVAEv03w6VPiFEHzg8oAwqFFTSY0lh_0XPDPpvlmjlgW3YIZjECZhJkcAFsP4No5p5GecGpZinwRvlhe7PfEXXG0BYXAoXOZOKUImg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiAQiMiV8aiMmVT0qXOKgA6M9ETph4zCAPEB99yAzazL6lc0Mk2PsaMoqMS_SmOXWiwwTg2k9T9lmEdi9yZ5Y_Nm0A9jRijUtyVc7lcflAkNjts4UeDZ9vsELzRm3mOHNTiCeGIj6R5ztsK7i674EKJZTH9L8YBWAgXII5txF_pRo_2JmjSjfW_atTQiA=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiAQiMiV8aiMmVT0qXOKgA6M9ETph4zCAPEB99yAzazL6lc0Mk2PsaMoqMS_SmOXWiwwTg2k9T9lmEdi9yZ5Y_Nm0A9jRijUtyVc7lcflAkNjts4UeDZ9vsELzRm3mOHNTiCeGIj6R5ztsK7i674EKJZTH9L8YBWAgXII5txF_pRo_2JmjSjfW_atTQiA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipkUtcP5Jzsm3Qy41dUgSkXy4CBcx9KfbfsplTYucHygo98P-xP1PbeTI-KHnDajWB4MnPVfuXnGI6sHpVN_uoGvVXzgtSQG944TVElrS5EZtii1236QEuQbxUPuZJGcHrh0YxkKQmvHGVR-vcEz3nx14u41Ifa5MVJHhmRPHHTZv0q5UBsjjr5spDnQ=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipkUtcP5Jzsm3Qy41dUgSkXy4CBcx9KfbfsplTYucHygo98P-xP1PbeTI-KHnDajWB4MnPVfuXnGI6sHpVN_uoGvVXzgtSQG944TVElrS5EZtii1236QEuQbxUPuZJGcHrh0YxkKQmvHGVR-vcEz3nx14u41Ifa5MVJHhmRPHHTZv0q5UBsjjr5spDnQ=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjATBN94b2mh0JYfTna6CgKxkWFmTtOhaWecCCy2-35j47GF-9GeJ_TY9MjyByO28WeG18_XiCJcalV9XT834SutLsF9jYowmD-c_xMQzNaWeeYPiszSFAAhf3xb-AJbOTBi2fk4BOvKLBpqBaBcu2CwWBUgkTPAtJ5Ya-Upz-l_aUFpqKoV4RAEabi1A=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjATBN94b2mh0JYfTna6CgKxkWFmTtOhaWecCCy2-35j47GF-9GeJ_TY9MjyByO28WeG18_XiCJcalV9XT834SutLsF9jYowmD-c_xMQzNaWeeYPiszSFAAhf3xb-AJbOTBi2fk4BOvKLBpqBaBcu2CwWBUgkTPAtJ5Ya-Upz-l_aUFpqKoV4RAEabi1A=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-19086919158323907632022-01-25T18:06:00.000-05:002022-01-25T18:06:22.291-05:00What now after the Beauty Fades?<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDlggBM5fgTzCJg1c5cuebGVSU33D6tfWXgZqynrxxj9wR7ww-Q_th_W3WiHGppD96BLIOGXflSshS3Sd_36L6ScytJGpscM_FPYNp64RYsJn3Fy09din_Cc39LKPTSOq1nlKprxlFwJFiyFFQB4Xa2VyAtKxXUtqw8IzV4CdQlzYaNKM-Upaa0IPLuQ=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="333" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDlggBM5fgTzCJg1c5cuebGVSU33D6tfWXgZqynrxxj9wR7ww-Q_th_W3WiHGppD96BLIOGXflSshS3Sd_36L6ScytJGpscM_FPYNp64RYsJn3Fy09din_Cc39LKPTSOq1nlKprxlFwJFiyFFQB4Xa2VyAtKxXUtqw8IzV4CdQlzYaNKM-Upaa0IPLuQ=w445-h333" width="445" /></a></div><br /><span><span><span style="font-size: large;">These amazing blooms keep me so happy during the winter season. I must be totally honest that I really hate the gray dark days of January and February in Indiana. </span></span></span><p></p><p><span><span><span style="font-size: large;">So winter blooms and my greenhouse keep me alive and my hands in the dirt. </span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span style="font-size: large;">I definitely went down a rabbit hole with Amaryllis this year. In addition to the five I had last year and overwintered, I purchased way too many. I am so easily influenced by my friends on the podcast "The Gardenangelists" every time they mentioned a different Amaryllis I was on it! But it was fun.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">So many of my friends have expressed that they did not want to spend the money on plants that only bloomed once and then were gone. However, this is not the case with these beautiful bulbs.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I do love poinsettias but I have never successfully carried these guys through to the next season. I could not resist this planter but we will see how long it stays cool! But I do not buy a lot of poinsettias.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRrq229rxmOKbOgt8DiDCXzW3WJxFX6qG2AZ-L8h_fJFVOeIrX5fSHBhaOmlvunpp2DOB6hOOGHHPDecWsH-BVu8dvFEQJLZx73fek0GF77lX5mZS76XY8ZI-s6LQFQ9XrxT25eqkpwtbgNzyo4JWEwUfOo4lJhcT3Hm5tQUTnywuk_2qHpWwpZ_IYdw=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRrq229rxmOKbOgt8DiDCXzW3WJxFX6qG2AZ-L8h_fJFVOeIrX5fSHBhaOmlvunpp2DOB6hOOGHHPDecWsH-BVu8dvFEQJLZx73fek0GF77lX5mZS76XY8ZI-s6LQFQ9XrxT25eqkpwtbgNzyo4JWEwUfOo4lJhcT3Hm5tQUTnywuk_2qHpWwpZ_IYdw=s320" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">But back to Amaryllis ....this is what I do to try and save the bulb and have it bloom again next year. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;">After the blooms have faded I cut the flowering stalks to an inch or two about the bulb. Do not cut the leaves, leave them intact. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzcDps7UYCzThOGxg1dxtd33emi1VK3_QTAusZDSSe_kQ9TVk0Wi5sa3Dk0gO2Aflwa3Ec282llZQAXYwUtf2A29CqqnMI4Hxgow7mzFEqETmwEKfvmK97XvDK99E_2EwuK_UpCZ8NNp9Eztby_elISQw9UqP9wTWBd-TaChZWVgyWoNAGi3F3iWxywA=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhzcDps7UYCzThOGxg1dxtd33emi1VK3_QTAusZDSSe_kQ9TVk0Wi5sa3Dk0gO2Aflwa3Ec282llZQAXYwUtf2A29CqqnMI4Hxgow7mzFEqETmwEKfvmK97XvDK99E_2EwuK_UpCZ8NNp9Eztby_elISQw9UqP9wTWBd-TaChZWVgyWoNAGi3F3iWxywA=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">I then try within the next couple weeks to transplant the plant to a slightly larger pot. All the research I have read recommends keeping the original soil around the bulb. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Water enough to keep them alive and happy, then when the weather warms up and all danger of frost has pasted I move the pot outside to a semi-shaded location. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Late Sumer:</u></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This is the hard part for me, to remember to discontinue watering and fertilizing and allow the foliage to wither. This is easiest for me if I bring the pots up on the screen-in porch.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Fall</u>:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Bring the pots back indoors and cut off the withered leaves. If they need repotting this is the time. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">They need to be stored now in a cool dark place for 6-8 weeks. I put them on the porch and try to ignore them, very hard. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">After the resting period I bring them out into a sunny spot and then</span><span style="font-size: x-large;">Voila!!! Now they sit in the sunshine and come alive. Some are much slower to show life than others.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnWg1Badu2f1RhEt_u3sZvgs0YunSGHW10GJ4H972rNgPHpOsAzKjlCgA3fG_8wwmFX2TA7_-NdN8MKDdv9pp_YaX5Yq8CZ_V7dQKyeWSG3B2MlEM5rfLZk_iKtPTHfzaFt_fqCoMpfsXdn1wXeNJ6uHPI2C1QNZv0bIxfzmwcAQEOE_efWDJMMhyyng=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnWg1Badu2f1RhEt_u3sZvgs0YunSGHW10GJ4H972rNgPHpOsAzKjlCgA3fG_8wwmFX2TA7_-NdN8MKDdv9pp_YaX5Yq8CZ_V7dQKyeWSG3B2MlEM5rfLZk_iKtPTHfzaFt_fqCoMpfsXdn1wXeNJ6uHPI2C1QNZv0bIxfzmwcAQEOE_efWDJMMhyyng=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiUthYVikH6fIYeRztUg4Rnq9J0EYO8X0ZdF6-oXgHllwN6f8H6gswWIeC51MHLZJfwxw5Lsvz359cNGu1evYv-v56cgZ9GPHU6tG1aYX9XQ8b8EgVpmivnESbyr_j47RHOYiBxY_QX13s1DQF2yxj7qtVIGkTbmhaxqoGzSPge7U8vxDKdHtz2P0nYzg=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiUthYVikH6fIYeRztUg4Rnq9J0EYO8X0ZdF6-oXgHllwN6f8H6gswWIeC51MHLZJfwxw5Lsvz359cNGu1evYv-v56cgZ9GPHU6tG1aYX9XQ8b8EgVpmivnESbyr_j47RHOYiBxY_QX13s1DQF2yxj7qtVIGkTbmhaxqoGzSPge7U8vxDKdHtz2P0nYzg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-size: large;">But it is ok because these will be blooming by Valentines Day! Mine did not bloom until after Christmas But you know it was a blessing, my daughter and her husband and our amazing two grand babies had just left to go back to India. I was very blue but then the blooms came it was a gift. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuy1U8hy5x11qbr3P5x8XJrtt5VcNwipMONPG6j6RVra8l5cY_mWRRoBt5gb1XAbEyF5oSf4DqlFcIPwkksPuNti9vWpi3L9bsVaUrfOznYyWxLoM2QW4FbngQGphXyUtBvFCL8gu48BGjtT1IL9MKAp6yeiWMcC5bk6x1kyKtXuH835Ew8IMCT1i5Rg=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuy1U8hy5x11qbr3P5x8XJrtt5VcNwipMONPG6j6RVra8l5cY_mWRRoBt5gb1XAbEyF5oSf4DqlFcIPwkksPuNti9vWpi3L9bsVaUrfOznYyWxLoM2QW4FbngQGphXyUtBvFCL8gu48BGjtT1IL9MKAp6yeiWMcC5bk6x1kyKtXuH835Ew8IMCT1i5Rg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibCCRaW1r0oQwAOYMVwgWDHvYpcz5xHYWuTXdtyhfjgykfSb4NGS5ofjZoW98WoW9T-FUHUYUyFhuKIQgxTCDH8l-jA6XZp1AbfREoSgD_pgxfTkwpLD17bIcuRmb6sG1uvrWGU7D_R1zmIVegL5_97uVuDTh7p0gabzjLH0u7qcypTrUhg5urPczSTw=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibCCRaW1r0oQwAOYMVwgWDHvYpcz5xHYWuTXdtyhfjgykfSb4NGS5ofjZoW98WoW9T-FUHUYUyFhuKIQgxTCDH8l-jA6XZp1AbfREoSgD_pgxfTkwpLD17bIcuRmb6sG1uvrWGU7D_R1zmIVegL5_97uVuDTh7p0gabzjLH0u7qcypTrUhg5urPczSTw=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiXvhEvr2nYN5Ou1-1Izfz-QEiQO4qi1jyt2qWANiySbL2YLabUUpfTQYA4s0K0j-dEzDXf_-TUKQcaRLy4Zlx7SVUbKdD_DKsl7SSH-UrQBw2WWunYjXKwRHpHTaP5pqPzZP2ZC0VEiTYiAWPUKfFZY2EZx88ZtOFiWUbpTTUPMNk7Wd6M0U_5iWFw9A=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiXvhEvr2nYN5Ou1-1Izfz-QEiQO4qi1jyt2qWANiySbL2YLabUUpfTQYA4s0K0j-dEzDXf_-TUKQcaRLy4Zlx7SVUbKdD_DKsl7SSH-UrQBw2WWunYjXKwRHpHTaP5pqPzZP2ZC0VEiTYiAWPUKfFZY2EZx88ZtOFiWUbpTTUPMNk7Wd6M0U_5iWFw9A=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br />These bulbs are a Christmas Gift... </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span><span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><br /></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-25265968666203785612022-01-17T18:03:00.000-05:002022-01-17T18:03:06.150-05:00Winter Sowing<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLGIDrVyZ-pNkbY-WgEC_swfaLRFkDmk6FE5epWqBQmFO_e3g2NwHbJHgDIIsMpymrlI6TbO1JV_1XmEy1js9rkJ_y7yVs-WhRgC6G-NG-JzmmcGCpmh-zLwIZGsX6Z1ahkZcOYeXCYiI6bkIKr6xKCoA9v3quUKIYEjZ3cQ3tTRD6u_fIBFdxy3g79w=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLGIDrVyZ-pNkbY-WgEC_swfaLRFkDmk6FE5epWqBQmFO_e3g2NwHbJHgDIIsMpymrlI6TbO1JV_1XmEy1js9rkJ_y7yVs-WhRgC6G-NG-JzmmcGCpmh-zLwIZGsX6Z1ahkZcOYeXCYiI6bkIKr6xKCoA9v3quUKIYEjZ3cQ3tTRD6u_fIBFdxy3g79w=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p> <span style="font-size: large;"> Initially I learned about the Winter Sowing Technique for starting seeds on a podcast over four </span><span style="font-size: large;">years ago. The hosts were homesteaders in Texas. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjVOprHdObWjJLdllwqclBzlr1bwppigMQ11cBNSRX8Hp1cyvVDchvHhGzOexjfj1Vq0QU8y5hMGMnY6vWEkDJtRwH6Tr2BZxOfgsANURMKHc9oxCLjkgO2gDW0nuhjQJQ-ELtlY-RIPb5inpZKXT5g9ZzdD5C2ZPKiWfmeMQQJWzFRtUWhZR0GUEKikA=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjVOprHdObWjJLdllwqclBzlr1bwppigMQ11cBNSRX8Hp1cyvVDchvHhGzOexjfj1Vq0QU8y5hMGMnY6vWEkDJtRwH6Tr2BZxOfgsANURMKHc9oxCLjkgO2gDW0nuhjQJQ-ELtlY-RIPb5inpZKXT5g9ZzdD5C2ZPKiWfmeMQQJWzFRtUWhZR0GUEKikA=s320" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">They were great gardeners and propagated most of their seedlings using this method. A quick Google search provided me with much needed additional information including the definition that follows: "Winter Sowing is a method by which seeds are sown into containers that act like mini greenhouses. These seed vehicles are then located outside, experience the chill of winter and eventually germinate in the spring." It is a phrase that was first coined by Trudy Davidoff. You can read more about her ideas at www.wintersowing.org.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> I have found that this method helps me start seeds that need that cold chill to germinate. Since I am now planting a lot of native wildflower areas, many of the plants that I want multiples of thrive with this treatment. It is perfect for me. I use more traditional methods of starting seeds for the other plants I want to grow.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> I feel that the best advice for this method of seed starting would be to BE PREPARED!</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span>#1 This method will provide you with a mass of seedlings that will need to be divided and </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;">transplanted. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#2 Seeds that need the cold stratification work best. I am very selective which seeds I pick for this method. Some seeds are better started by more traditional methods. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">#3 This method has been amazing for the perennials that I want to plant in mass for the bees and butterflies. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> I </span>collect all of the containers during the summer. I have come to the conclusion that the best containers are the salad and berry containers. They require the least amount of alteration and are the we easiest to use. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> I also purchase any seeds on sale at the end of the year that are just want I am looking for to plant in my wildflower gardens. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> Now is the time to plant the seeds. I prepare each container with good drainage holes. This is so important because nothing will sabotage the process quicker than poor </span></span>drainage. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> Then I fill each container with a good seed starting mixture and plant each one. Water carefully and then they are placed outside into </span>their winter greenhouse. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> Labeling is such a big issue. So this year I have it nailed. I took physical notes and also used my I phone to label each container. I hope this works better as this is the </span>biggest issue with this method. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> I will watch these containers all </span>throughout the rain, snow, sleet and hail. February, March, April and May, it is so exciting to see the babies emerge. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> So stay tuned and I will show you the results. </span><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Here are the seeds I am starting this time..</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Showy Golden Rod( Solidago specious)</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Lavender Hyssop </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Triple Curly Parsley </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Big Italian Parsley </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Rosemary </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Butterfly Weed</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Tarragon</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Lavender Munstead</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Lavender Lady</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Snap Dragons</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Chives</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Lupines </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUGiVcGt5rexV9sApMLhmZsoRe6o-qTi9RDdQ0O7wFiUyS3U8glKn2ywWTk-J4dgV37gjZq61HY3ddnCiqOWFOnYWHSq5Nff7oe05Gt0KMUFQcJWYRHM3Xj-5wZGI9GHW2GygwUKCPMOnW_XPbLiQeVsZnqLdpJvSjgQZkoxmZDnUHl8CDJM4j3wUluw=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgUGiVcGt5rexV9sApMLhmZsoRe6o-qTi9RDdQ0O7wFiUyS3U8glKn2ywWTk-J4dgV37gjZq61HY3ddnCiqOWFOnYWHSq5Nff7oe05Gt0KMUFQcJWYRHM3Xj-5wZGI9GHW2GygwUKCPMOnW_XPbLiQeVsZnqLdpJvSjgQZkoxmZDnUHl8CDJM4j3wUluw=s320" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span><br /></span></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-58271838410010184672021-10-07T20:20:00.000-04:002021-10-07T20:20:29.192-04:00A Honey of a Pan and with a BUZZ WORTHY Recipe<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K0CqdUwoYJU/YV-D4614O9I/AAAAAAAASJM/7JchTlwpP6UB6sOKjeTYv0l9TMvt6EfpwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K0CqdUwoYJU/YV-D4614O9I/AAAAAAAASJM/7JchTlwpP6UB6sOKjeTYv0l9TMvt6EfpwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1017.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I was given this great pan by my dear cousin Susie who came to to visit me a couple months ago. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">She is a big fan of our Stoner Honey. Yes that is my maiden name and many members of the Stoner Family are beekeepers. Check it out wwwStonerHoney.com or on instagram as Stoner Honey. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The pan was manufactured by Nordic Wear and is part of the Cast Bakewear Collection. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I love the pan and sincerely appreciate Susies' thoughtful gift. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5fLjwvXR930/YV-F99m_2sI/AAAAAAAASJU/fLAF5dsT_A4gGF8XxojpUNRugWp_c162gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5fLjwvXR930/YV-F99m_2sI/AAAAAAAASJU/fLAF5dsT_A4gGF8XxojpUNRugWp_c162gCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1016.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I recently tried the recipe that was on the pan's packaging. It was very tasty and really was so impressive looking. I have had several request to share the recipe so here it is..</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">HONEY LEMON PULL-APARTS</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">SET OVEN TO 325 F. GREASE PAN AND FLOUR OR USE BAKING SPRAY. SET ASIDE AND IN A SEPARATE BOWL COMBINE 3 CUPS BAKING FLOUR, 1 1/2 TSP BAKING POWDER, 1 TSP BAKING SODA, 1/4 TSP SALT. SET ASIDE</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">IN A LARGE BOWL, BEAT 1 CUP BUTTER AND 1 1/2 CUPS SUGAR ON LOW SPEED UNIT WELL BLENDED THEN CONTINUE TO BEAT ON MEDIUM SPEED UNITL LIGHT AND FLUFFY. ADD 4 LARGE EGGS AND BEAT UNTIL WELL BLENDED. THEN ADD THE FLOUR MIXTURE, 1 CUP SOUR CREAM AND 2TBSP LEMON RIND; BLEND ON SLOW SPEED 1 MINUTE, SCRAPING THE BOWL OFTEN. THEN BEAT ADDITIONAL 2 MINUTES UNTIL WELL BLENDED. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">SPOON INTO THE PREPARED PAN AND BAKE FOR 45 TO 55 MINUTES UNTIL A TOOTHPICK INSERTED COMES OUT CLEAN. COOL 10 MINUTES IN THE PAN.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">GLAZE ( OR THE BEST PART)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">IN A SMALL SAUCEPAN COMBINE 3Tbsp HONEY, 1/2 CUP SUGAR AND 2 Tbsp LEMON JUICE. HEAT OVER MEDIUM HEAT UNITL THE GLAZE IS WARM </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">INVERT THE CAKE AND BRUSH WITHT HE HONEY GLAZE. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6lqSuKEcqYg/YV-LBoQ4cDI/AAAAAAAASJc/RlISaVCLJocsNna02Bqr9VqtYbITPuUZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1019.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6lqSuKEcqYg/YV-LBoQ4cDI/AAAAAAAASJc/RlISaVCLJocsNna02Bqr9VqtYbITPuUZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1019.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">So I have some ideas to amp up this cake.... I might use some honey in the actual batter. I would use more glaze and just maybe try some Limonchello in the glaze. I will post back on these thoughts when I use this great recipe again. Thanks to www.nordicware.com for sharing this recipe. ENJOY! </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m3M9cWwkz8k/YV-MT3t2hBI/AAAAAAAASJk/pNDyAFozvKgWZ7y2xKmsop0X9BfzdEU2QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1018.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m3M9cWwkz8k/YV-MT3t2hBI/AAAAAAAASJk/pNDyAFozvKgWZ7y2xKmsop0X9BfzdEU2QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1018.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-27082826509333712232021-08-05T17:55:00.000-04:002021-08-05T17:55:33.434-04:00Mountain Mint Mania<p><span> <span> <span> </span></span></span></p><p><span><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-akWkRdVR6YU/YQw0TVzBY2I/AAAAAAAASD0/f8XpUwo036ciqGNc42CZP0BV59D8ZDoNACLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0421.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-akWkRdVR6YU/YQw0TVzBY2I/AAAAAAAASD0/f8XpUwo036ciqGNc42CZP0BV59D8ZDoNACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0421.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hUDSziZImJ0/YQw0V7fT_wI/AAAAAAAASD4/s7SY04-GquoW7ExD0G5QX4jJfpekROazQCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0422.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hUDSziZImJ0/YQw0V7fT_wI/AAAAAAAASD4/s7SY04-GquoW7ExD0G5QX4jJfpekROazQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0422.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span><br /></span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span> <span> <span> </span></span></span> Gardening in Brown County Indiana is certainly proving to be different than my previous 30 plus years of gardening in </span></span></span>Kentucky. However I am slowly adjusting to the challenge and learning to watch and listen to the wild life around me. Nature is supplying me with the clues for what to grow and she lets me know when I have committed errors (sometimes not so gently). </p><p><span> <span> <span> In Kentucky, I planted and researched what to plant for my bees, butterflies and other pollinators. On these 165 </span></span></span>untouched acres Nature blesses me with the gift of so many natives and then begs me to put my resources into attacking the non-native invasive growth. The more invasive plants I remove the more wildflower gifts emerge. </p><p><span> <span> <span> A perfect example has been the abundance of Hoary Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum incanum) on all the back trails. We even have nicknamed one trail Mountain Mint Alley as the perfumed beauty lines the trail as it winds through the woods and open spaces. Its abundance in the woods certainly indicates that it is deer </span></span></span>resistant. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y4b0cgV1X-s/YQw4MspQIRI/AAAAAAAASEo/5GL4mud3oKYBOHjLh7-mSyABv5kG3HC-wCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0426.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y4b0cgV1X-s/YQw4MspQIRI/AAAAAAAASEo/5GL4mud3oKYBOHjLh7-mSyABv5kG3HC-wCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0426.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><span><span><span><span> <span> <span> What amazes me the most about this beautiful herb, is the diversity of wildlife that seems to swarm to this plant. It is covered with a wide </span></span></span>variety all things pollinating from several different Swallowtail Butterflies to many varieties of native bees, honey bees, bumble bees, to various other butterflies. It seems not one blossom goes to waste. </span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span> <span> <span> I am fascinated with how the plant becomes tipped with a white hue on the upper leaves, as if a gentle snow fall or frost has glazed the plant. It seems in the wild to grow about 3 to 6 feet tall and has a terminal flower as it's hat. The flower is a very tight cluster of pinkish to lavender hints inside. So fitting since the genus name is derived from the Greek word for "dense and flower". The blooms seem to last about 6 weeks. Most of my colonies thrive in sun to part shade, right along the edge of the woods. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span> <span> I love to brush up against the leaves or crush one or two in my palm, as it smells of mint or bee balm. It is sometimes referred to as Wild Basil Mint. I would love to use the leaves to make a tea. I sure it would have me buzzing!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span> <span> <span> <span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xrmf-i54Lwg/YQw6P_Sef6I/AAAAAAAASE8/K0Tyfj87D_84WNudYWZ_qID4ueXg6ewugCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0440.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xrmf-i54Lwg/YQw6P_Sef6I/AAAAAAAASE8/K0Tyfj87D_84WNudYWZ_qID4ueXg6ewugCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0440.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4qd49w2ncDM/YQw6NlMp9OI/AAAAAAAASE4/HDM6F2ohXasBX1B__nGDi86MWL41jPg1QCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0437.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4qd49w2ncDM/YQw6NlMp9OI/AAAAAAAASE4/HDM6F2ohXasBX1B__nGDi86MWL41jPg1QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0437.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Msiss55kF2Q/YQw6LXvGImI/AAAAAAAASE0/tU_YmiTJukY38CugMwyajmykUP2HzkpJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0436.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Msiss55kF2Q/YQw6LXvGImI/AAAAAAAASE0/tU_YmiTJukY38CugMwyajmykUP2HzkpJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0436.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ab5DSOTIPx0/YQw6IJdQdvI/AAAAAAAASEw/dv00ZtkajfgZrCZkCpU_eZ3ZFEwv3_aewCLcBGAsYHQ/s4032/IMG_0423.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ab5DSOTIPx0/YQw6IJdQdvI/AAAAAAAASEw/dv00ZtkajfgZrCZkCpU_eZ3ZFEwv3_aewCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0423.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span> </span><p></p><p><span><span><span><span> I have added this to my meadows, where it behaves and does not seem to aggressively take over but </span></span></span></span>this luscious wildflower's happy place seem to be in masses along the wood's edges. It is a true beauty of the woods and a friend to so many pollinators. </p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-19403384894058133432021-04-29T08:16:00.000-04:002021-04-29T08:16:00.534-04:00<p> </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Dodging the Frost Bullet</p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Last week Mother Nature played a cruel but not an unusual trick on gardeners. After being unseasonably warm for several days, the temperture dropped way down in to the mid-20’s for two nights in a row. Of course, the Old Fashion Lilacs were opening that seems to be when we are always hit with a surprising bit of cold. That is one reason why I have switched to growing Korean Lilacs and later blooming varieties. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-88WgvaOjQjc/YIingZ0wO1I/AAAAAAAAR9g/Ok2enArSzC0UmLpElnZC7K0s-ldU1axFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/64072771985__1EF1ADA1-EAC5-43D2-9178-59BD56F419F7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-88WgvaOjQjc/YIingZ0wO1I/AAAAAAAAR9g/Ok2enArSzC0UmLpElnZC7K0s-ldU1axFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/64072771985__1EF1ADA1-EAC5-43D2-9178-59BD56F419F7.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZZds8GL3ZD8/YIinVHw6mvI/AAAAAAAAR9c/xfc8pvxrJmMjvekN-RZ9OmEfJppiFr6TgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0486.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZZds8GL3ZD8/YIinVHw6mvI/AAAAAAAAR9c/xfc8pvxrJmMjvekN-RZ9OmEfJppiFr6TgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0486.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">I have learned many very expensive lessons in my 40 plus years of gardening, but #1 is not to plant out any thing too early. It is always so tempting when the stores are full of beautiful spring annuals and the weather has been teasingly warm. But after “freezing “ so many new plants I finally caught on …do not try to fool Mother Nature. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">So here is the plan I try to stick too…</p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#1 I do fulfill the urge to plant early some spring color by filling my pots with beautiful pansies, violas, snapdragons, dianthus and other cold tolerant spring beauties. * See list at the end of the blog. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#2 I plant early spring veggies in grow pots close to the house. This area warms up so quickly and is a great microclimate. My husband and I really enjoy the fresh greens after a long cold winter and they are cold hearted customers. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#3 As I am in the process of developing new spaces and gardens, I am trying to stick to planting natives. It seems like perhaps they have a built in timer that resets with adverse weather. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#4 If a frost has covered my plants within an area that I can easily spray, I will get up before sunrise and spray the frost off. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#5 Lastly, I will cover my plants. This has become an exercise know as showing the neighbors my wide variety of bed sheets. Please use sheets not plastic ! I prop the sheets up inside and put the cover all the way to the ground to hopefully trap some of the warmth in the ground. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">I pushed my luck last week and did not do any of the above and I won. Most of the plantings were close to the house and survived. I believe the blanket of snow helped insulate the plants the first night and then we had a cloud cover that kept the temps a little higher the next day. The only victims were my Nasturtiums and they probably should not have been out side anyway. Since I have not been gardening here long, I had not planted out strawberries or any tender fruit. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">I can’t say we are past the possibility of getting a drop below 30 degrees, after all I was in a zone warmer in Kentucky and did not plant out until after Derby Day. (Traditionally the first Saturday in May) I believe I am Zone 6A here in Southern Indiana. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">So I am erring on the side of caution. May 15th is the magic date I am focusing on as my safe day to plant outside. Until then I will make full use of my screened -in porch and my small greenhouse. May 15th is by the way my dad’s birthday so I will take that as a sign from above. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are images from the front porch.....AKA the survivors of the Freeze. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eZWZkTSKKJY/YIipXvyQEuI/AAAAAAAAR-M/uPXPAnNk3L8NuQerMK3jveAYVqnIEmx0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0504.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eZWZkTSKKJY/YIipXvyQEuI/AAAAAAAAR-M/uPXPAnNk3L8NuQerMK3jveAYVqnIEmx0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0504.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AvCVeC8dsF4/YIipUuxJPDI/AAAAAAAAR-I/qusde8-biDIIz2aWgXp2EwazrNB9SN_oQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0502-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AvCVeC8dsF4/YIipUuxJPDI/AAAAAAAAR-I/qusde8-biDIIz2aWgXp2EwazrNB9SN_oQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0502-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">I also really enjoy some of the early Spring Ephemerals such as Virginia Bluebells, Celandine Wood poppies, Brunneras, Money Plant, Hellebores and the many wild flowers. </p><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-65287414531076920162021-04-08T20:55:00.000-04:002021-04-08T20:55:46.663-04:00New Chapter...New Adventures<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WHDxTVuqrT0/YG-b6ZP7lOI/AAAAAAAAR6M/-usGmyfrye88OKEUEVFwUzFdGWVgVPY0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0351.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WHDxTVuqrT0/YG-b6ZP7lOI/AAAAAAAAR6M/-usGmyfrye88OKEUEVFwUzFdGWVgVPY0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0351.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Several Friday’s ago, I officially started a new chapter in my life. I have just now relaxed enough to write about what has been happening.</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Because our house in Kentucky sold quickly we had only three weeks to pack up 28 years of life. Sometime in <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">the next couple weeks I will share how two old people with a pickup truck, a small box trailer, </span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">and lots </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">of help from a few very special friends, successfully moved all our worldly possessions, north and out of Kentucky This will include how we successfully moved my bee hive, that is known for its yummy honey, but very aggressive bees.</span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;"> It was a mad rush and we ended up loading the last trip with the new owner arriving </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">for a final walk through before the closing.</span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">The house was purchased by a person who seems to have as much passion for gardening as I do.</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"> She <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;">loves the land, the gardens and appears anxious to tackle my addiction of planting as many varieties of plants that I could get my hands around. In addition she absolutely loves the old Historic House and the Old Herb House. It appears to me that her plans are to maintain the historical integrity of this amazing Kentucky property.</span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: initial;"> </span></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">We are moving to the house my parents built for their retirement; to a property they loved, gardened, and nurtured for their six children, many grandchildren and great grand children. We will continue that tradition. </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">I have felt their presence here with us since we purchased this property over two years ago. Traveling back and forth and trying to maintain two very different landscapes has proven to be more than I could effectively handle. So the timing of the house selling, along with the wonderful person who purchased the house, and getting the move done, was all a gift from my parents watching over me from above. </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">It is fitting that we moved when the daffodils were starting to bloom. My parents many, many years ago here in south central Indiana, started planting daffodils, much as I did at my home in Kentucky. They are everywhere and very comforting.</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">The gardens at my Kentucky home were outstanding and they will forever be etched in my heart and soul But I am a Gardener and what do Gardeners do when they leave one place and move to a new spot? They just build more gardens. Since I have over 150 acres space is not an issue. </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">But they will be different different gardens, with more natives, wildflowers and with a focus on developing natural spaces. I have been thinking about how to nurture this land for over two years and the time to jump </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">in is now. </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">So in between unloading hundreds of boxes I will begin my new adventure in a place that is very dear to my heart, my new home. I have so many amazing friends in Kentucky, it was hard to say goodby so I didn't. We will be coming to Shelbyville at least one day a week to our Blitz Builders Office to work. I hope to see many of you and keep up with the very special relationships that I have cherished thru the last 28 years.</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Also know that Brown County Indiana is not far away and a great place to explore, </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">my gate is always open </p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">for old friends......</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-7885959784962075282021-02-21T13:53:00.000-05:002021-02-21T13:53:11.325-05:00PHASE TWO: STARTING SEEDS INDOORS<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span> <span> </span></span><span style="font-size: 20px;">Phase Two / Stage One</span><span style="font-size: 20px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 20px;">Starting</span><span style="font-size: 20px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 20px;">Seeds Inside</span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GvW9oNm3F0w/YDKoayhlQ7I/AAAAAAAAR0M/g7TBktxVlfUuWQVwo1fHn5feqmpoYg2IACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0086.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GvW9oNm3F0w/YDKoayhlQ7I/AAAAAAAAR0M/g7TBktxVlfUuWQVwo1fHn5feqmpoYg2IACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0086.jpg" /></a></div>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>It is time to start my seeds indoors and I am hoping this seed season will be as successful as last year. Over the course of the last couple years, I have learned by trail and error, listening to podcasts, poured over articles and books, and I still thirst for more knowledge. There are numerous on-line seed classes, webinars and blogs for all levels of expertise; google around and you will find them. Please don’t take my advice or experiences as the seed starting bible, I am just sharing my experiences. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>In my gardens in Kentucky, I did use Winter Sowing as a way to start some seeds but did not start many seeds indoors due to what I thought was a lack of a good space. Since moving my gardening to the Lake House in Brown County, I have gotten more adventurous and not only set up a DYI Indoor Seeding Station but have been utilizing my small greenhouse as well. The following are what I consider to be the most important lessons I have learned.</p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>NUMBER ONE: <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Read The Seed Package. </span>It provides all the information needed concerning the seeds success. Valuable knowledge such as depth to plant, when to plant inside or outside based on the number of days it will take for the seeds to germinate, light requirements and well as much more, is right there on the package. </p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>NUMBER TWO: Be mindful of how many seeds of each variety you are planting. Last year I started two packets of tomatillos and ended up with over 50 plants. I just do not have that many friends to give starts, nor do I love Salsa Verde that much. It could be fun to swap a 1/2 pack with a fellow gardener or save half for next year.</p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Last year I scrambled to find pots to transplant the seedings into and lost some due to waiting too long to move my babies into bigger accommodations. This year I have reduced the number needing attention at any one time by better following time recommendations on the packages. In addition I am hoping my homework will give me an A + this year. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>My preferred method of sowing is two fill my trays with a good seed starting mixture. Before adding the seed, I wet the mixture down to a damp workable mixture. Then carefully insert the seeds according to the package. Then I use a spray bottle and spray the soil and put a plastic dome over the container. </p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>NUMBER THREE: Make sure you properly tag the each tray. I use markers for each section planted plus I make a chart to have as back up. Be sure to keep the original seed package, as it has valuable information on transplanting etc. </p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>NUMBER FOUR: I have a bamboo shelf that I have transformed into my Seed Station. I have Heat mats on each level as well as Grow lights. I believe that these two items are essential to starting seeds. Next year I am hoping to purchase a bonified seed starting station, however for now this works good. </p>
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<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>When all of the above steps are done, I carefully position the trays and then wait and watch. I will monitor the moisture levels and cautiously water. Where it is possible, I water from the bottom but on the others I gently water on the sides. I use a mister as well.</p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>If you pay close attention the seedlings will give you the clues and help with their success. I do take the plastic domes off when the seedlings emerge. Plus carefully monitor the light. I often turn the seed trays as the seedlings lean in towards the light. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>STAGE ONE for the first round of seeds is done. I have to be patient and nurture them along and be prepared for the future steps to ensure success. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Then a class of wine to cheer…Seeds that need to be planted 10 to 12 weeks ahead are out of the starting gate. Many more to come … stayed tuned for the progress.. meanwhile if you have questions or comments, I hope to hear from you. </p>
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The hosts were homesteaders in Texas. They had extensive gardens and also sold plants. They propagated most of their seedlings using this method. Of course, a quick Google search provided me with much needed additional information including a definition that follows.</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>" Winter Sowing is a method by which seeds are sown into containers that act like mini greenhouses. These seed vehicles are then located outside, experience the chill of winter, and eventually germinate in the spring." It is a phrase that was first coined by Trudi Davidoff. You can </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">read more about her on her website www.wintersowing.org. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>At that time I did not have a greenhouse so finding a suitable area to start seeds was very </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">difficult for me. The notion that I could use the outdoors as a place to start seeds set my wheels in motion, so I gave this method a try. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Flash forward three years and I am hooked. That is not to say that I had a 100% success rate </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">and all has been perfect. But the pros outweigh the cons and I am going to use this method of sowing certain seeds every winter. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Here area few very important keys to success that I have learned over the last three years.</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#1 This will provide you with a mass of seedlings that will need to be divided and transplanted.BE PREPARED</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#2 Seeds that need the cold stratification work best. I try to do my homework and be selective about which seeds I pick for using this method. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">#3 This method has been amazing for perennials that I desire mass plantings of for the bees, butterflies and pollinators. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Here are the steps that I took for this project. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span># I sorted through my recycling to find an assortment of potential plastic containers. Milk jugs, vinegar jugs, fresh greens containers, large fruit plastic containers, and liter beverage bottles all went into the potential winter sowing pile. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#2 I decided to start with perennials. I have good luck with direct sowing annuals in the garden</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"> but not perennials. So I end up spending a fortune on new perennials. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#3 All summer I collected seed packets, buying some when they went on sale after the planting season rush. I tried to focus on plants that I wanted in mass and ones that I have not had great success with direct sowing. Here is an example of the many I tried. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> Parsley, both the curly and the flat leaf( I need an abundance of these for my Spicebush Swallowtails to munch on). Hollyhocks (I am still experimenting with this beauty, as it always dies in </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">my garden. But I am determined). Butterfly Weed, (to add to my Butterfly Garden), plus some Coneflowers and various other perennials. I tried to stick to seeds that required cold stratification to germinate. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#4 Early in January, I enlisted the help of my husband to prepare the bottles for me. I have a </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">lousy track record with knives, so I thought this the best approach.</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#5 The milk and vinegar jugs, were cut open about 1/3 of the way down and just 3/4 of the way around. So it resembled a lid that opened but was still attached. By doing this, I was able to plant the seeds evenly. And I figured that when they are ready to venture into the real world, I will be able to transplant them into the garden swiftly. My husband created drainage holes on the bottom of the </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">plastic jugs using both a box cutter and a drill to make the drainage slits and holes. The salad greens containers already had hinge type lids and just needed some additional drainage holes. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#6 I purchased seed starter mix and filled each vessel with the correct amount of mix. Next, I made sure the soil was wet.</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#7 Following the directions for seed planting depth and coverage, I sowed each container. Then I watered them into their winter home. (HINT: the seed packages are your best friend when it comes to information on planting.) </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#8 I marked each filled container in two places. First I used a water soluble pen and wrote on a plastic knife and duct taped it to the side and in addition I labeled each jug by writing on the container. I have added this step, I make a chart that has the seed packets attached and the layout of the seed containers marked. It has been one of the best things I have added to this process. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#9 At this point I wished them all a good growing season and battened down the hatches. I used duct tape to seal the flip tops, and made sure the caps were off the jugs and took them outside to my patio table. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>All throughout February, March and into April they endured the snow, sleet, and rain and I did nothing to them. By the end of April I was starting to see some sprouting, then in May there was a lot of significant growth. Near the end of May, I began to transplant my hundreds of seedlings into pots and the gardens.</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> I would estimate that I had about a 60% success rate the first year and now it is more like 80 %. Here are the reasons for the failures. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#1 The salad containers worked the best. The holes in the bottom of the vinegar jugs and coke liter bottles seemed to get stopped up, not allowing the water to drain efficiently. Thus causing the containers to fill with water and destroy the seedlings. So ever year since I have focused on better drainage. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#2 Initially my labeling system was a big miss. I double labeled all the growing bins, but only </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">about 1/2 of the labels were still legible after a couple months. Fortunately I had saved all the seed packets, and had to do a guessing match game. I now make a chart and attached the packages. It </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">has proven to be the ticket. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>#3 I need to be more proactive with transplanting the seedlings. I lost quite a few due to not separating, thinning and putting them either into pots or safely in the ground. My lack of experience with transplanting seedlings was an issue. But I learned have done better each of the following years. The greenhouse and screened porch at the lake house afford me valuable pace to spread out the seedlings. I also have become more selective with the amount of seeds I start using this method. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The bonus to this method is that each year I have hundreds of seedlings, from Foxgloves to Parsleys to Butterfly Weed and much more. It is a perfect way to start perennials that require the cold to sprout. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> Winter Sowing will always be a part of my seed routine. It is just one seed starting process I use among several others, However, this method has a very distinct and important niche. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span> </span>I hope you will give this fun project a try. If you have any questions, please email me I am happy to help. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UySr_ZXnCkU/YBB1-qYpEZI/AAAAAAAARwQ/ZJYqTUtTmjw-iAJ9KF3r1mI2RWuC7J8VgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_9922.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UySr_ZXnCkU/YBB1-qYpEZI/AAAAAAAARwQ/ZJYqTUtTmjw-iAJ9KF3r1mI2RWuC7J8VgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_9922.JPG" /></a></div>This is such a great way to reuse the containers we all collect by buying fresh greens and salads.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2omH1aCTk8g/YBB2JaAEbuI/AAAAAAAARwU/XVZCSdjzeqQO5RpyMna8y5GGIAl1Z42GACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_9926.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2omH1aCTk8g/YBB2JaAEbuI/AAAAAAAARwU/XVZCSdjzeqQO5RpyMna8y5GGIAl1Z42GACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_9926.jpg" /></a></div>This is a perfect example of a perennial that I would love to have multiples in my garden. Money saved <div>by starting them myself.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MvJ3P9tOWCE/YBB2LCYi7sI/AAAAAAAARwY/YWNOQgmw1U8czVjvKYmhmfVQ0vs9hCGFgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_9927.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MvJ3P9tOWCE/YBB2LCYi7sI/AAAAAAAARwY/YWNOQgmw1U8czVjvKYmhmfVQ0vs9hCGFgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_9927.jpg" /></a></div>This is a container ready to have some seeds planted into it and then set outside <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51O2bgyXgOk/YBB2Mx_XWTI/AAAAAAAARwc/qNscGnRfDdUre-HlpQEeotFeon_YcI2sQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/iXZYdU-Q.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51O2bgyXgOk/YBB2Mx_XWTI/AAAAAAAARwc/qNscGnRfDdUre-HlpQEeotFeon_YcI2sQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/iXZYdU-Q.jpeg" /></a></div>An example of last years harvest...ready to plant <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4CHU01nC1y8/YBB2PPCqqMI/AAAAAAAARwk/5U87p9PVAI8p5BCrFBjNP7KbcZcE_oNeACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/Ixb4c5Kw.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4CHU01nC1y8/YBB2PPCqqMI/AAAAAAAARwk/5U87p9PVAI8p5BCrFBjNP7KbcZcE_oNeACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/Ixb4c5Kw.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Grow babies grow...outside on the deck!!</div></div>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-21664908824649955512021-01-20T19:25:00.013-05:002021-01-20T19:41:08.062-05:00Down a New Garden Path <p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> A year ago, I was so excited to have a new growing season upon us. I had spent most of the winter crafting plans to start transitioning from gardening at my amazing Kentucky Gardens to the wild uncultivated gardens of our Brown County Indiana Home. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The previous fall I created some spaces to allow me to start bringing up some plants. My gardens of over 27 years in Kentucky are overflowing and the gardens in Indiana were non-existent, so it was going to be a win-win for both spaces. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Indiana gardens are going to be heavily native, pollinator and wildlife friendly. The emphasis is going to be on easy and incorporating the gardens gently into the existing untouched 150 acres. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Then as we all know it hit. Our lives will forever be changed by the “virus”. But for me it was much more…my daughter and her family, arrived from India. This was the first week in April..2020.</p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>They were in quarantine for two weeks at our house in Kentucky. We stayed in Brown County for the two weeks. From there we all realized that it made the most sense to make the lake house in Indiana home base. The ability to swim every day, fish, hike, and have the kids help me craft the gardens was perfect. After all it was just for a month right??</p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Innovative gardens, like straw bales and grow pots, etc were put into place to grow veggies in Indiana verse Kentucky. Plans were shifted and my expectations changed. My gardens in Kentucky were put on automatic pilot. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>What was suppose to be 1 to 2 months turned into almost 6 months. But it went by so fast and furious. We swam everyday, hiked, gardened and enjoyed nature, the precious time flew by and on August 16th they flew back to India. This is one of the unexpected blessings from an unpredictable 2020. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Somewhere during this time period my husband and I realized the time had come to put our beloved Kentucky Home on the Market. We had purchased the Lake House almost three years ago. Our game plan was to sell the house within 5 years, however as we neared the start of the 3rd year we felt it was time. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>It is bittersweet …..leaving a home, neighbors, friends, associates, and my beloved gardens behind. However it is time to transition into an easier lifestyle and gardening style I look forward to the challenges of developing gardens full of natives on this 150 acres of beautiful land. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>I hope that you all will join in the journey. I have been feeling uprooted since we put the house on the market late October. Too much time has been spent by me searching for ways to let go of 27 years. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Finally it dawned on me that in reality I am not letting go of my 27 years of Kentucky Gardening just adding to my story. Building on my knowledge, love and passion for all things natural by incorporating my love of gardening, with cooking, gardening crafting, bees, photography, pets, wildlife and travel. Plus creating a space that we can enjoy with our beloved grandsons, granddaughter, our immediate family, lifelong friends, extended family and new friends. </p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>I hope you will follow me along this journey, as I have renewed my commitment to blog, write, lecture and share my many passions in my Indiana home. </p>Basil Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02545708379096198803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-184862747053307652.post-21059077196247559852020-05-07T22:29:00.000-04:002020-05-07T22:29:36.012-04:00Lily of the Valley ...make my heart Sing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>One of the most expensive items, plus the most time consuming task during my early days of managing my 6 acres of gardens and land, was controlling the weeds by mulching. I began out of desperation to explore creating alternatives such as using green living mulch under big areas, so I did not have to buy and spread mulch each season. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>This area under the large Siberian Elm which required a lot of mulch was a prime example. I was in need of a spot to let one of my favorites Lilly of the Valley plants run wild and the space under this enormous tree was perfect. Kalee and Will made it happen by transplanting a hundred or more Lily of The Valleys to the space under the tree. They took them out of a perennial garden where they were invasive and placed them under the tree where they could grow, protect the Siberian Tree roots and sing joyfully. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Flash forward to May 2020, and the space has filled in beautifully. As I worked in the space today I could smell the amazing fragrance calling out to me. The Lily of Valleys are so thick that they block out most weeds. This time of year they spew forth such a sweet scent and have a very unique display of small white bells. Even after they are done blooming the dark green foliage remains a soft carpet under my massive tree. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>As a child my mother and grandmother always had this plant in our gardens. They would send me out to pick them and then sing to me the following song:</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lilies of the valley dress my garden walk.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Oh, don’t you wish that you could hear them ring?</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>That will happen only when the fairies sing…</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Last night as I picked these little gems, weeded and edged the area, I heard the fairies singing and ringing the bells. I definitely felt my mom and grandma’s sprite with me. What a great pre Mothers Day evening in the garden…thank you fairies!</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b>Growing Lily Of the Valley: When To Plant Lily Of The Valley</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">Around since at least 1000 B.C., lily of the valley plants are one of the most fragrant blooming plants in the spring and early summer throughout the northern temperate zone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">The stems are covered with tiny white, nodding bell-shaped flowers that have a sweet perfume and medium-bright green leaves that are lance-shaped, 4 to 8 inches (10-20 cm.) high and 3 to 5 inches (7.5-12.5 cm.) wide.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">This moisture-loving plant forms a spreading mass with red seed pods remaining after flowering, which makes lily of the valley attractive after blooming and very carefree. Growing lily of the valley plants (<i>Convallaria majalis</i>) is easy, as they will remain perennial in <a href="https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/usda-planting-zone-map.htm"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 46, 238); color: #042eee; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">USDA Zones </span></a></span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 8.9px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"><sup>[1]</sup></span><span style="font-kerning: none;">2-9.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b>Growing Lily of the Valley</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">This easy-care plant doesn’t require much to thrive. Preferring <a href="https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-partial-sunlight.htm"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 46, 238); color: #042eee; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">partial shade</span></a> </span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 8.9px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"><sup>[2]</sup></span><span style="font-kerning: none;"> and moist soil, growing lily of the valley is easy if you know how and when to plant. That being said, these plants are adaptable and will grow very well in dry shade too. Lily of the valley can also be adapted to full sun or full shade, depending on the amount of moisture it receives.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">When purchasing plants, look for the following cultivars:</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><i><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Convallaria majalis </i>‘Albostriata’ </b>– This type has dark leaves with white to cream longitudinal stripes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>‘Aureomarginata’ </b>– This variety has cream to yellow-edged leaves.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Rosea </b>– A pink variety, not as vigorous as the white-flowered species but very pretty.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><i><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Convallaria majuscule </i>‘Greene’ </b>– This North American native is great for naturalistic ground cover and provides a carpet of beauty between other native plants.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">Knowing when to plant lily of the valley will help to ensure its survival in your garden. Planting lily of the valley should take place by late fall. Cool winter temperatures are required to allow a proper <a href="https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/plant-dormancy.htm"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 46, 238); color: #042eee; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">dormancy period</span></a> </span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 8.9px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"><sup>[3]</sup></span><span style="font-kerning: none;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">The single underground rhizomes of this plant, which are known as “pips”, can be divided anytime after flowering. November or December would be the ideal time for <a href="https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/propgen/dividing-plants.htm"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 46, 238); color: #042eee; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">division</span></a> </span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 8.9px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"><sup>[4]</sup></span><span style="font-kerning: none;"> and planting lily of the valley. Care should be taken when planting as it is a poisonous plant, so keep it away from children and pets.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">Try planting lily of the valley plants in a naturalistic garden. Planting lily of the valley in outdoor containers would also be a great way to control its spread and provide it with the moisture it enjoys.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">No matter what method you choose for growing lily of the valley, you will find that lily of the valley care is easy and worth the rewards.</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;">[1] USDA Zones : <b>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/usda-planting-zone-map.htm</b></span></div>
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Walk into my yard right about now and you are hit with an incredibly sweet fragrance. It calls to your senses and fills a person with an intense need to linger and take in the freshness.<br />
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A sincere thanks to the gardener who tended his property many years ago and planted two of these beauties. They are ever bit of 30 feet tall, one is pink and one white.<br />
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These are Saucer Magnolias (<i>Magnolia x soulangeana</i>). They generally are lower growing but mine two beauties send there limbs high up in to the sky. Early in the spring, in Kentucky it is usually in March, the tree become filled with large buds, that remind me of large pussy willows.<br />
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The buds open up to a magnificent display of saucer-shaped flowers. On the White tree, the closed blossoms have a light pink or purplish-pink tinge that burst open into a large white blossom. The Pink tree buds look similar but open into pink blooms.<br />
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The tree become full of blooms. Unfortunately March winds play havoc with the blooms and the ground often quickly becomes covered with individual white petals. But even if they only last a few days, they are worth it!<br />
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The bark is grayish and smooth, and the limbs are somewhat twisty, although the tree grows in a rounded shape. Since the bark is somewhat tender to lawn mower damage, I maintain a safe green zone under each tree.<br />
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This tree is listed as being a medium to fast grower and good for zones 4-9. Both of mine grow in full sun.<br />
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This tree is a hybrid cousin of the Southern Magnolia and has been grown since 1826. The fragrant blossoms sure give it's distant relative a run for its money.<br />
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I see lots of nests tucked in the limbs, and the seeds are enjoyed by a number of birds. This is a great tree/shrub, on of my favorite rites of passage from winter into spring.<br />
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<b>Grecian Windflowers bring joy in the Early spring! </b><br />
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>There are so many beautiful plants popping up in my spring garden it is hard for me to focus and write about just one. But I love this plant and it was a gift from a gardener that worked this great space long before I was blessed to acquire the land. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Early every spring my side yard by the Herb House becomes a field of purple, pink and bluish small daisy like flowers. They are Grecian Windlfowers (<i>A.blanda) </i>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>They are a perennial spring bulb that produce blooms that resemble small daises. They great a colorful ground cover that extends into my lawn. They light up the area and graceful underscore the emerging daffodils and wood poppies. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The foliage is medium green and somewhat fern like. Although they only last for few weeks, they are a highlight for me and bring me joy early in my garden. They are hardy zones 4-9. </span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>I have tired without much luck to share and transplant these special flowers. I will keep trying..they are worth it!!! They do readily self sow. </span></div>
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Our Golden Doodle Ivy loves to walk around around our property and see what is blooming. In Indiana she can run free, but in Kentucky she tends to run off to either neighbor to see if she can find Horse or llama droppings. So she drags me all around smelling what ever is out there.<br />
On our journey today, the roles were reversed. I kept getting this sweet orange scent and after wandering around for over 15 minutes I found the source of my delight. It was the Winter Honeysuckle. (<i>Lonicera fragrantissima). </i>I love the common names: "Sweet breath of spring, Fragrant honeysuckle, January jasmine, Chinese Honeysuckle, Kiss-me-at-the-gate. All of these names desceibe the scent perfectly.<br />
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<i> </i>This shrub has been in one of my Garden Islands since we bought the property. I have miss ID'd it for many years thinking it was a Mock Orange, due to the scent. <br />
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I realize this plant is invasive and in fact banned in many States. I have lived here for over 20 plus years and this plant has stayed nicely within its Island bounds. I will not move any of it up to Indiana, but wow do I enjoy this spring beauty.<br />
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I have done nothing special to deserve this sensual experience. It grows each spring and gives me a sweet kiss when most needed....<br />
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