The three little mint slips of chocolate mint, orange mint and pineapple mint I potted in May are threatening to burst out of their pot. I’ve been enjoying fresh mint tea almost every afternoon and provided friends with fresh...
Monthly Archive: July 2015
More Homes for Bees and Butterflies
Some years ago, Sister Sue, a friend and I were driving on an Iowa country road when we began to spot Monarch butterflies headed our way. I always cringe when my car destroys one of...
Always Elegant Calla Lilies
We have experienced strange weather patterns this year. Some of my most reliable flowers just haven’t performed up to their usual standards. Others that were showing great promise became dinner for hungry deer and bunnies. The always elegant...