By Vicki BlachmanContributing Writer We are approaching the time of year when many of us have dog-eared seed catalogs indicating our dreams for the coming spring. Maybe it’s a new vegetable variety or a tried-and-true annual flower, but how many of you plant seeds each…
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By Vicki BlachmanContributing Writer When asked to talk about dill, I often feel like a Texan discussing the native plants of California. I know something about it, but it’s not part of my daily routine. Why not? Primarily because dill thrives in cool weather and…
By William ScheickContributing Editor If you spotted coral bells (Heuchera) in the wild, you might not quite notice them. They are low to the ground and usually (as if camouflaged) blend in with their shaded green woodland surroundings. Their wispy floral spikes might draw your…
By Skip RichterContributing Editor I have not always been a fan of salads. When I was growing up, they were seldom a part of our home meals and so my primary experience with salads came at a restaurant. I can still picture through the eyes…