by Cindyj | May 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you like beer you may be interested in growing some of your own ingredients. Hops are the most common herb used in beer and are used for bittering. They are relatively easy to grow and make a nice vine to grow up your deck or elsewhere.hopsI’ve been...
by Cindyj | Mar 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
Hyssop is coming up nicely. I’ll use some for respiratory health and some gets sold to make absinth. Crocuses are a true sign of spring. I need to plant more of them. Mullein is coming up; too much, it needs pulling.Salad Burnett always reseeds...
by Cindyj | Jun 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
We have been busy harvesting and weeding but I wanted to share whats blooming on the farm this week: Clary Sage which has made it to the still, Calendula drying for infusions, Hyssop just growing nicely, St. John’s wort ready...
by Cindyj | Sep 28, 2011 | Uncategorized
Beer is an ancient drink (and food) that I happen to be quite fond of. I especially like beer with lots of floral hops. Hops were not always used in beer though, and may not have been used until the 9th century. Before that, a mixture of herbs referred to as gruit was...
by Cindyj | Dec 3, 2010 | Uncategorized
After pulling my advent wreath out of the cupboard this weekend I realized it was time for a new one. I bought a clear glass bowl to display soaps in but it gave me the idea to use it to hold a fresh cut herb/greens wreath. After googling for ideas I realized it was...
