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The Barbie Dream Rose Garden: A Blooming Fantasy in Hot Pink
When it comes to imagining a Barbie Dream Garden, one conjures images of lush, vibrant plants radiating feminine charm and...
THE FIG AND THE FIG WASP
The Power of Coevolution and an Ancient Tale of Fatal Attraction Every Southern California home orchard should have a fig...
The Carmen Avocado
A Breakthrough for Home Gardeners
An avocado that can produce delicious fruit almost year-round and is excellent for home gardens? Meet “Carmen”. Rejoice! If you're...
Meet the New Rose Next Door: ‘Uptown Girl’
Roger’s Gardens Rose of the Year 2023 Selecting a celebrated rose variety for Roger’s Gardens Rose of the Year is...
Salsa Verde: Mediterranean Style
Ingredients: 2 or 3 bunches of parsley ½ bunch mint ½ C chives ½ C green onions 4 Tbs capers...
Herb & Butter Boston Lettuce Salad with Shaved Fennel, Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette
Ingredients: ¼ cup parsley leaves ¼ cup dill, no stems ¼ cup chives ¼ cup cilantro leaves ¼ cup tarragon...
Lemony Cauliflower With Garlic, Dill and Herbs
Lemony Cauliflower With Garlic, Dill and Herbs Ingredients • 1 lemon, plus more lemon juice to taste • 1 ¼...
Basic Herb Salsa
Basic Herb SalsaIngredients • 1 cup finely chopped marjoram (1 ¾ ounces) • 1 ½ teaspoons finely grated lemon zest...
Lemon Verbena Espresso Soda
Ingredients: 1 double shot espresso 2 to 3 tbsps of lemon verbena syrup 1/3 to ½ cup of sparkling water/club...
Plant Annie’s Annuals and Perennials: Your Garden Will Never Be the Same
Photo courtesy of Annie’s Annuals & Perennials Nestled in the urban landscape of the East Bay is a hidden treasure....
Three of the Coolest Herbs You've Never Heard Of
With longer and warmer days, it’s inevitable for culinary gardeners to start planning not just for tomatoes, peppers, and summer...
Pepper of the Year:
'Habanada'
If you're a gardener looking to grow something new and exciting this year, Habanada peppers should definitely be on your...
Field Greens & Herb Salad with Fresh Berries
resource: sutter buttes natural and artisan foods Ingredients: • 5oz mixed salad greens, add arugula or spinach to your liking...
Fresh Basil Pesto Recipe
resource: sutter buttes natural and artisan foods Ingredients: • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves • 2 cloves of garlic...
Tarragon and Chervil Compound Butter
Ingredients: • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) of unsalted butter (vegan butter works great too) • 1 tbsp finely chopped tarragon...
Thai Gimlet Recipe
Thai Gimlet• ½ ounce Thai Basil Simple Syrup• ¾ ounce Fresh Lime Juice• 1 ½ ounce Gin• 1 ounce St....
Lemony Zucchini Slaw
Resource: New York Times - Author: David Tanis Ingredients • 1½ pounds small zucchini or summer squash, preferably a mix...
From Mild to Wild: 10 Essential Tools for a Great Pepper Season
Peppers are one of the most popular and versatile vegetables used in cooking. They come in various colors and shapes,...
Enchanting Spring and Easter Garden Gatherings: Decor and Entertaining Ideas
As the days grow warmer and nature starts to bloom, there's no better time than spring to bring family and...
Gimlet with Thyme Infused Simple Syrup
2oz gin or vodka .75oz lime juice .75oz thyme-infused simple syrup Thyme Simple SyrupSteep thyme in water, as if you...