The formal name for this veggie family is Cucurbitaceae – try saying that three times fast! Most gardeners call it the Cucurbit or the Cucumber Family. While this family does not include just cucumbers, see below for some of the other members: Veggies: Cucumbers, summer squash (yellow squash and zucchini), winter squash (acorn, blue hubbard, butternut, […]
Before we attended a concert last week, we went to McCormick & Schmicks for some yummy plant-based cocktails. I have to be honest – this time Alan picked the #1 cocktail. Usually, he wishes he had picked mine! #M&S Ingredients: Maker’s Mark Bourbon Combier Liqueur D’Orange – a tasty citrus flavor Pineapple Gum Syrup – […]
While I am not a huge marigold fan, this type of marigold is so cute! I grew these plants from seeds that I purchased from Botanical Interests. Features: I do have one funny story with this flower. It is a little stinky when you brush up against it. So I was out in the garden […]
