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Bees naturally create “bee space” in a hive, which is about 3/8ths of an inch between each frame. Occasionally, they build extra cells inside “bee space” which can cause inconveniences for the beekeeper. This excess comb is scraped off with a hive tool during regular inspections of the hive.  Photo Caption: This young artichoke was planted in the spring in my new garden. This is a vegetable I am still experimenting with to get a formula that really works, but I thought I’d share my observations so far. Out of growing them collectively (but not consecutively) for about 5 years, I’ve harvested artichokes in two [...] Chances are there is a U-Pick berry farm near you just waiting for you to go enjoy it. A rustic farm store adds to the charm of picking your own fruit. An even better reason to go is the low prices — picking yourself means paying half-price or less for higher quality fruit! Check the ASAP [...] One of my backyard fig trees If you live in USDA zone 5 or warmer, you can grow figs. If you are in a colder area, the trick is to put your fig in a microclimate (next to the sunny wall of a building, beside a sheltered, blacktop driveway, etc.). You can also try pruning and [...] Photo Caption: Yardlong beans should be harvested when they are around the same thickness as a pencil. Who needs fertilizer? Heat and humidity seem to be the recipe for lush, productive yard long bean vines. They’re tasty, too — this is one oddball veggie you won’t just try once for novelty’s sake. The elongated pods [...] Though I usually prefer heirlooms over hybrids, this is one of the few I make an exception for. I adore the tender, flavorful, and visually stunning summer squash I pick from my prolific ‘Zephyr’ plants. Photo Caption: Not just pretty, 'Zephyr' squash has an outstanding flavor and texture. The care and growth habit is similar to [...] Though it is the same species as regular cilantro, the variety ‘Delfino’ looks like a different plant. Looking more like a fennel than a cilantro, the ferny foliage of this 2006 All American Selections winner also has the same strong, sweet flavor as its large leafed counterpart. It makes a wonderful garnish, but it certainly stands [...] These differently colored snap beans can all be eaten in the same green bean recipes. If ordinary snap beans are getting boring, it’s time to try purple or yellow ones! Many people are hesitant to try unusual vegetables but let me offer reassurance that they’re just as easy and tasty as the green versions. In [...] Whether you buy them at a farm stand or grow them yourself, preserving peaches for the winter months is a satisfying endeavor. If you can't eat or process the peaches you buy immediately, spread them out on a flat surface so that they do not touch in a cool place (away from direct sunlight) to [...] Echinacea is so hyped for its medical benefits that some people forget it is excellent for attracting beneficial insects and seed-loving birds. Okay, so most of us don’t need to be talked into growing this one. Think of echinacea (also called coneflower) as the indoor plumbing of the garden — we usually take it for [...] |
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