When I look out my window, I see rabbit tracks across the snow. I wonder how they manage to survive when it is so cold. Some days we have bright sunshine and I am grateful. We have a south facing window, a bay window, where I have my winter garden.…
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Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme
Rosemary and thyme are flourishing in my garden. I am drying some for the winter, but also using it fresh. Rosemary and thyme flavor potatoes nicely. Here is a recipe that I have shared before. Ingredients 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, minced ¼ teaspoon…
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Musing on Mary’s Response
There is a legend about the virgin Mary and the rosemary bush. Her life took many twists and turns.
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Seasons and Thyme
When it snowed on Wednesday, I realized that the mild fall weather was turning towards winter. Thankfully I had brought my potted herbs indoors prior to the snow. It is a blessing to have fresh herbs year around. I have a sunny bay window that is the perfect spot for…
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Garlic and Rosemary
April showers and sunshine turn my thoughts to the garden. I have started some tomato plants from seed, and next I will start some basil. It is a pleasure to walk outside and see the trees and bushes bud, and then flower. The perennial plants are beginning to sprout. The…
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Herbs in My Bay Window
During the summer I have a bounty of fresh herbs. Sage, chives, oregano, mint, lavender and lemon balm are perennials in my yard. Sometimes thyme survives the winter and it comes back for a second or third season. Each summer I plant dill and basil. I am fortunate to have…
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Spring is Here : Looking Forward to Flowers and Herbs!
It is the first day of Spring and I am looking forward to the appearance of flowers and herbs. The snowdrops are up, and the robins have returned. The hyacinths are beginning to poke through the thawing soil. Before long the violets will be blooming. I plan to gather these…
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Rosemary and Tansy in the Garden
Spring seems to be on hold as cold temperatures persist in Illinois. But I am beginning to think about my herb garden. I recently read that Tansy is a deterrent for Japanese beetles. I have seeds to plant, hoping that it will help get rid of the throng of beetles…
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Daffodils, Crocuses, Flowering Rosemary, Oh My!
Spring is coming to the southern states. I am enjoying the colors that are brightening the landscape. And I wish rosemary grew as abundantly at my home as it does in New Mexico! Linking with Tuesdays with a Twist , the Homemaking Party and Sue’s Wordless Wednesday
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Preserving Herbs: Thyme Vinegar
The mild fall weather is so welcome! Yard work is pleasant and I have found some fall raspberries to savor while I work. Wilting vines And a layer of leaves Yard clean-up Sweetened by fall raspberries My calendula is still blooming and my rosemary and thyme are still growing. I…