Ginger – Zingiber officinale Horticulturists know it as Zingiber officinale or common ginger, ginger root. This variety of ginger produces the thick rhizomes that we use as a spice for eating or use for drinks. Ginger originated in China and has many health benefits such as treating nausea, reducing muscle pain, soreness and as an […]
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Bottlebrush Shrub Callistemon rigidus is the scientific name for bottlebrush shrub. This native of Australia is a member of the Myrtaceae family and has been grown in Europe since the late 1700’s.There are about 30-50 species of Callistemon. Only a few grow in the U.S, In its’ natural setting, bottlebrush grows along damp edges of
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Shasta Daisy – Leucanthemum x superbum No other flower brings to mind purity, cottage, country gardens to me as much as the Shasta Daisy. The white flowers are simple and beautiful. The flower also symbolizes innocence, loyal love, beauty, patience and simplicity. Daisies are often depicted in meadows in Medieval paintings. They are also known
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Beets – Beta vulgaris Beetroots as they more commonly referred to in Europe are the taproot portions of the beet plant. It is a member of the goosefoot family as is Swiss chard and sugar beets. Beets have been around since the Middle Ages but the varieties similar to what we eat today came later.
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A Million Ways to Recycle Your Christmas Tree I don’t know about you but I hate to put away the decorations and Christmas tree after the holidays. Some of us are disciplined enough to take down the tree on New Year’s day, 12 days after Christmas or go by some other unfounded traditions. Here are
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