Everyone who knows me well, knows that I love growing food. Even if I’m doing it from the balcony of my apartment. Charlotte is home to Microfarm Organic Gardens, a… [Read More] about Visit to Microfarm Organic Gardens | Charlotte NC
Organic Gardening
Citrus and Camelia Blooms
The weather will be getting cold this week, so I’ve harvested the remaining Meyer lemons and Moro Blood oranges from my potted trees. They’re covered now and hopefully they’ll stay… [Read More] about Citrus and Camelia Blooms
Wash Tub Lettuce
This little washtub has provided a daily supply of organically grown lettuce for me since the first week of December. In Houston, a planting like this can last through the… [Read More] about Wash Tub Lettuce
The Ground Up is Taking Root
Last month I visited The Ground Up – Houston’s new powerhouse in organic soils, compost and mulch. I first saw them at an OHBA event this spring. They’re marketing is… [Read More] about The Ground Up is Taking Root
Pasta with Garden Fresh Roma Tomatoes and Eggplant
Tonight I prepared a delicious organic meal from the garden. A few days ago, I picked the first two Viva Italia tomatoes, along with some fresh Cameo basil and Millionaire… [Read More] about Pasta with Garden Fresh Roma Tomatoes and Eggplant
Honey Bees Love the Clover!
My post earlier this year talked about how White Clover is GOOD for your lawn. Apparently it is good for the honey bees too! They love this white clover. So… [Read More] about Honey Bees Love the Clover!
White Clover is GOOD for your Lawn
Yes that’s right I have clover growing on my lawn and I am happy about it! Despite what the chemical and pesticide industry wants you to think, white clover is… [Read More] about White Clover is GOOD for your Lawn