A Not-So True Berry Although it looks like a petite blueberry, the juniper berry is actually a cone. Both of the junipers native to eastern North America, Juniperus communis and Juniperus virginiana, and most juniper species around the world, produce these cones in abundance. Juniperus communis is a low spreading shrub or small coniferous tree found in the…
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Remarkable Rosemary Rosemary is one of my favorite plants to grow and use. I love the way it smells, I love the texture, and I love the taste. It’s a powerful plant; not just in looks and scent, but in its historical and cultural associations. Rosemary has many benefits. It looks great in the garden, has…
Fixing an eyesore For a while, I subscribed to a pretty narrow gardening plan: if I can’t eat it, I won’t grow it. I dove into all things edible; vegetables, fruit, nuts, herbs and even the occasional flower. I planted trees for shade, and cut the grass because it was there. While that strategy allowed…