Sow and Grow Peppers

Sow and Grow Peppers

Whether you grow hot or sweet peppers, you need to give them a head start so I don’t recommend sowing the seeds outside. Indoor Sowing Tips:   In order to germinate, pepper seeds prefer a temperature between 70°F and 90°F.  Based on this, start the seeds under grow lights and with a seed heat mat underneath […]

Calendula Varieties

Pacific Beauty Calendula

Since 2020, I’ve been growing the Pacific Beauty Calendula Blend which includes gold and orange flowers.  Calendula’s common name is pot marigold. Features: If you missed my post on edible flowers, check it out.

Cocktails from Pittsburgh Bars

Garden District Cocktail

This is such a great New Orleans style restaurant in Pittsburgh, PA! I tried this plant based cocktail at Muddy Waters Oyster Bar. Ingredients: Gin Dry Vermouth Basil – a wonderful herb Rosemary – a woody herb Thyme – another woody herb Celery Lime