Beet Varieties

Chioggia Beets

Last year was the first time that I grew Chioggia Beets.  As you may already know, I am not a big fan of solid red beets.  Here is why I like Chioggia Beets . . . Features: 1) This variety has red skin and red and white rings inside. 2) Chioggia Beets do not bleed […]

Cocktails from Our Bar

Strawberry Cosmo

This Strawberry Cosmo came from our home bar.  Here is what Alan used. . . Ingredients: Strawberry Infused Vodka – The link shows some of the other infused alcohol that Alan made. Cointreau – Alan used orange liqueur instead of simple syrup Lime Juice The last cocktail that we highlighted was Beets Me.

Overwintering Herbs

Overwintering Herb Plants

Overwintering herb plants means that you bring the plants indoors so they continue growing over winter and spring.  The key is to make sure the room is warm and sunny.  I overwinter my herb plants on a plant stand in a window facing toward the south. Because of limited space, I like to do this […]