What veggies should you grow from transplant over direct seeds? Veggies have been grown from direct seeds for far longer than transplant. Sometimes I wonder if transplants are any better. Here I will discuss my opinion on transplanting vs direct seeding. The list for me is constantly evolving and benefits of both direct seed and Read More
When selecting an area for your garden soil should be your NO 1 concern. It is possible overtime to create a good soil, but it is far easier to start with one. It is troublesome for me thinking of how to advise one without knowing more information. Naturally your site should have existing plant life. Read More
When you run out of bacon make hash!!! We recommend canning this recipe it makes early morning breakfast quick and easy. The Brine, mix all ingredients in pot simmer until salts are dissolved then let cool before soaking meat. Meats need brined 3 to 7 days in refrigerator. Smaller cuts take less time larger cuts Read More
I want to explain this in a way that anyone can comprehend, so I don’t want to go down to a molecular level that I don’t fully comprehend nor would the average person. I have a very simple outlook; if you take the life out of something, its nature changes rapidly. Grains in the form Read More
How cold is too cold? Pansy and Viola flowers are known to be able to handle temperatures down to 26 F. Although those temperatures are rare in April, I would advise people to protect spring flowers if temperatures are going to fall below 28 F especially if windy. Other spring flowers such as Snap Dragons, Read More
Our 2020 Summer Flowers have been started and are setting healthy roots. Our Summer Flower program consists of all vegetatively propagated material (aka clones) this type of production allows for the greatest selection of desired plant traits.
2017 Spring florwers from seed plugs are all planted and growing well. These plants are seed hybrids that we have personally selected. We have wooden Baskets, 8″ and 10″ pots started. These Items will ship in April. They are frost tolerant plants. A great way to welcome spring.
The tradition of wreaths began centuries ago. Depending on the culture, wreaths symbolized the coming of spring, power of the sun, strength and eternity. Modernly, the wreath is used as a welcoming to family and friends and a symbolization of holiday cheer for the season that emphasizes on generosity, giving and the gathering of Read More
Whatever you call them, wherever you catch them they’re a fun meal. These little lobsters have a large range. I have caught them in TX, CT, NY, VT and ID. Catch them in Idaho lakes and streams to help combat this invasive species from robbing Idahos habitat for native species. They are a lot of Read More
Keeping warm during the winter months for some isn’t as simple as turning the thermostat. Burning firewood is hard work from cutting splitting and stacking to constantly tending fires all winter long. Some find the reward is worth the burden. Cutting firewood can teach children valuable work ethic and responsibility. Firewood is renewable and cheaper Read More