Knee Deep in Zucchini and Crookneck Squash It’s that time of year…the arrival of the summer squash. If your zucchini and crookneck squash are producing like mine, it’s time break out all the summer squash recipes. Almost every gardener I know has some version of Zucchini Bread. I am going to share my version…
A Small Market with a Big Heart The summer harvest is starting to pick up momentum. My latest farmers market trip brought me to Mableton, GA. Mableton is located on the west side of Atlanta. It was named after Robert Mable, who in 1843 bought 300 acres and built the now historic Mable House. The house…
Leather Plant Hangers I originally came across this style of plant hanger on Pinterest and knew I was going to make it! The planter is based on the art of Kirigami, which is a variation of origami that includes cutting of paper. It’s similar to cutting paper snowflakes; fold a piece of paper in 6 ths and…
Tillandsia So, you say you’ve got a black thumb? Can’t keep any type house plant alive? Well, I ‘ve got a solution for you. Don’t worry, it’s not a fake plant! Introducing Tillandsia aka Air plant. Tillandsia is an evergreen, perennial flowering plant that belongs to the family Bromeliaceae. They are native to the forests, mountains and deserts of Central and South America. What…