Bob’s Blog
Poinsettias Care
Poinsettias, euphorbia pulcherrima, remain one of the most popular holiday flowers. Hybridizers have expanded the range of colors from the familiar red to pastel yellow and vibrant bi-colors. Caring for poinsettias is quite easy.
Thanksgiving Spices and Herbs
Growing and cooking with herbs and spices has seen a resurgence in the past few years. Nothing can make your holiday tastier than incorporating herbs and spices into your meal. Here are the seasonings that epitomize the Thanksgiving menu.
The Cornucopia: Thanksgiving’s Connection to Ancient Mythology
When I was a child, I was always intrigued by one particular decoration around the holidays. Many decorations, like candy canes at Christmas, have a story behind them, but I had never heard the story of these weird, cone-shaped baskets we see decorating tables at Thanksgiving. Later in school I learned that they were called “cornucopia” or “horn of plenty” and associated with the blessing of a good harvest.
The History of Pumpkin Pie
It’s hard to imagine an American Thanksgiving table without the ubiquitous orange-crusted custard made from strained, spiced and twice-cooked squash.
Getting Water Features Ready for Winter
Winter is on its way and its icy grasp can easily damage water features in your garden. Water expands 8% when it freezes. This expansion packs enough force to crack solid rock! We definitely need to keep this in mind when getting our water features ready for winter.
Outdoor Kitchens
Today there are appliances and electronics available to turn your backyard paradise into a true extension of your house. Perhaps the most popular option is building a fully functioning outdoor kitchen. This isn’t your parent’s old, busted grill.