by Cindyj | Jul 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
This time of year can go by pretty quick so be sure to take some time out for silliness. We made these hollyhock dolls this morning just for fun and here they are all together playing. All you do is attach the full bloomed flower to a flower bud with a toothpick....
by Cindyj | Jul 7, 2010 | Uncategorized
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) When traveling I can’t help but notice the different plants from one place to another. My first experience in this was moving from Ohio to Northern Arizona for college (yes, ages ago). What a difference it was for me moving from...
by Cindyj | Jun 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
Once established Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium or Chrysanthemum parthenium (L.) Bernh. and Pyrethrum parthenium (L.) is somewhat invasive so you need to keep an eye on it, but I like those types of herbs that don’t need to be babied. The flowers are delicate,...
by Cindyj | Jun 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
I’d forgotten how nice and spicy Rue (Ruta graveolens) smells when rubbed, although some plant descriptions describe this as a negative smell. I have this plant in my front garden by the door. It just started blooming but its blooms are rather humble compared to...
by Cindyj | Jun 10, 2010 | Uncategorized
Cucumber flavored herb. Add leaves to salads and drinks. If you have it, be sure to eat it now as it gets bitter as the summer progresses. I’ll have to give it a try in soap and see how it behaves.
