It is spring time and the garden is alive. I am excited to share what’s currently growing in the garden.
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A staple in my garden is the okra plant. I enjoy growing and harvesting okras every year. The flowers add a unique color to the garden. Plus, I get to prepare some of my favorite dishes using okras.
The Garden of Hope Esperanza Garden, located on Magnolia Street in Dorchester, Massachusetts, was dedicated to Fannie Lee Robinson in July 2000. The garden is a gem where residents enjoy growing their flowers, vegetables, and herbs yearly. I had the pleasure of visiting a long-time community gardener and friend Rahill on my last visit to the Boston area. Naturally, I…
Paradise is in Southwest Florida! A road trip to Florida to visit my family is always a delight, especially during the mango season when the trees are loaded, and the fruits are ripe for the picking. The garden boasts at least seven varieties of mango trees, including my favorites Carrie, Grated, Haitian, Kent, and Ice cream. I love getting up…
Moore’s Organic Garden in Georgia was memorable. The garden sights tickled the fancy and tantalized the eyes. Every turn revealed hidden gems of the practical and the unexpected. The visitor is welcomed with a burst of colors with shades of reds, yellows, and greens, creating a magical haven that invites you to grab a drink, sit back, relax and just…
If you are wondering whether you can grow beets in a container, the answer is yes. Last summer, I planted baby roots in 5-gallon food-grade buckets and had mixed results. I enjoyed harvesting and making salads with the leaves; however, I did not keep track of the planting date in spring and took too long to harvest the beetroots. I…