Did you know there is no such thing as a shamrock plant, at least botanically speaking? There are, however, hundreds of varieties of clover. Almost any plant that has three clover shaped leaves and green is often called a shamrock.
Last week, the revised USDA Hardiness Zone Map was released. The revision is the first change since 1990. Most locations were moved one-half of a zone higher. The USDA attribute the changes to these criteria: They used data measured at weather stations over a 30 year period (1976–2005), while the 1990 map used data from a 13-year period (1974–1986).
Interest in community gardens has reached an all-time high, but a garden could fizzle and fade unless the right training and support is provided for startup groups.
When we grow our vegetables during their season we tend to follow “rules.” Sow the seeds, let them grow a few inches, thin them out, let them grow a little more, pick and eat. With microgreens you need to forget all the “rules” and discover a whole new way to grow your greens all year around.
Call them allotment gardens, victory gardens or community gardens, it’s all the same.
Slow Gardening to the rescue! An old concept with a new face, now known as Slow Gardening was brought to the forefront by garden author Felder Rushing with the release of his new book, Slow Gardening, a Non-stop Philosophy for all Senses and Seasons.
The summer breezes, fresh produce and dinners alfresco will soon be just a memory, but the taste of summer can stay with you well into the fall and winter months by making plans to preserve your herbal harvest. Imagine the fresh taste of basil, parsley and rosemary in the cold winter month of February. Sound good? Mark your calendar for Sept. 24 to attend an herbal program presented by the Delaware County Master Gardeners “Preserving your Herbal Harvest,” and learn of ways to savor the summer.
The Harlem Township Garden Club held its 60th anniversary party and guest night at the Harlem Township Fire House Community Hall on Ohio 605. All the Delaware Garden Club members were invited. There were 18 Harlem Township members present, and 34 guests and garden club members from Croton Garden Club, Growing Friends Garden Club and Powell Garden Club.