Snapshots: Blackberries

by | Jul 13, 2012 | Snapshots

By Teresa Woodard

Wild blackberries, how do I love thee?  Let me count the ways – by the handful, piled in a lattice-top pie, baked in a shiny-top cobbler, frozen for smoothies and cooked in a jam.  How are you enjoying the season’s fruits?  

Snapshots: Cherry Picking

by | Jun 6, 2012 | Snapshots

By Teresa Woodard

We harvested our first cherries from our backyard cherry trees.  They’re a bit early and a bit small, but I’m not complaining.  A fresh cherry pie sounds wonderful!

Snapshots: Daffodil for American Idol

by | May 3, 2012 | Snapshots

Midwest gardeners could have easily helped out American Idol candidate Joshua Ledet when the judges asked him what flower he was wearing on his lapel during last night’s show.  The 20-year-old gospel singer from Louisiana was sporting a bright yellow daffodil on his snazzy navy blue jacket.  It’s a good thing his singing outshines his horticulture wisdom.

Snapshots: Happy May Day!

by | May 1, 2012 | Snapshots

Wishing you all a Happy May Day!  Here’s a snapshot of what’s blooming in Debra’s rock garden.  We’d love to hear what’s blooming in your garden, too.