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Row 7 Seeds Squash & Cucumber

Cucumbers have done well for me before in 15 gallon containers.  I’m eager to see how the 898 Cucumber from Row 7 Seeds will do.  Three 898 cucumbers were germinated in a 4″ container, and carefully transplanted to this 15

Row 7 Seeds Squash & Cucumber

Cucumbers have done well for me before in 15 gallon containers.  I’m eager to see how the 898 Cucumber from Row 7 Seeds will do.  Three 898 cucumbers were germinated in a 4″ container, and carefully transplanted to this 15

Habanada Update

Hooray!  Habanada pepper seeds from Row 7 Seeds are starting to germinate.  Yesterday, the first seedling appeared with its cotelydon leaves, and most of the cells in my two six packs show a loop of seed stem pushing out of

Habanada Update

Hooray!  Habanada pepper seeds from Row 7 Seeds are starting to germinate.  Yesterday, the first seedling appeared with its cotelydon leaves, and most of the cells in my two six packs show a loop of seed stem pushing out of

7082 Cucumber–Experimental

Started on May 9th, the first signs of germination appeared on Saturday, May 12th!  The seeds were planted 1/2″ deep in moist potting soil (Edna’s Organic).  I kept them warm in the dark laundry room which is about 82 degrees

7082 Cucumber–Experimental

Started on May 9th, the first signs of germination appeared on Saturday, May 12th!  The seeds were planted 1/2″ deep in moist potting soil (Edna’s Organic).  I kept them warm in the dark laundry room which is about 82 degrees

Habanada Seeds

The Row 7 Project begins today with Habanada Pepper seeds. Yes, usually I start them right after Christmas, but this is a special project.  Couldn’t resiste the Habanada offered by Baker Creek Seeds this year.  I have one healthy plant

Habanada Seeds

The Row 7 Project begins today with Habanada Pepper seeds. Yes, usually I start them right after Christmas, but this is a special project.  Couldn’t resiste the Habanada offered by Baker Creek Seeds this year.  I have one healthy plant

Celebrate Artisan Bread with LABB

This Sunday, March 15, from 3-5PM come to Holy Nativity Church to help us raise money to build a bread oven.

Celebrate Artisan Bread with LABB

This Sunday, March 15, from 3-5PM come to Holy Nativity Church to help us raise money to build a bread oven.

Sources for Organic and Heirloom Seeds

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co. (www.rareseeds.com)  Based in Mansfield, Missouri. Beautiful catalog and seed varieties from around the world. Started in 1998. Botanical Interests Seeds (www.botanicalinterests.com). Based in Broomfield, Colorado. Bountiful Gardens (www.bountifulgardens.org). Based in Willits, CA. Non-profit organization, a

Sources for Organic and Heirloom Seeds

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co. (www.rareseeds.com)  Based in Mansfield, Missouri. Beautiful catalog and seed varieties from around the world. Started in 1998. Botanical Interests Seeds (www.botanicalinterests.com). Based in Broomfield, Colorado. Bountiful Gardens (www.bountifulgardens.org). Based in Willits, CA. Non-profit organization, a

Seasonal Gardening Workshops

At Emerson Avenue Community Garden SUNDAYS 1:00-3:30PM     Seasonal topics. Hands-on learning at every class. Beginners Are Welcome! Join us for Organic Gardening Workshops at Emerson Avenue Community Garden, Emerson Ave. at 80th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90045, on

Seasonal Gardening Workshops

At Emerson Avenue Community Garden SUNDAYS 1:00-3:30PM     Seasonal topics. Hands-on learning at every class. Beginners Are Welcome! Join us for Organic Gardening Workshops at Emerson Avenue Community Garden, Emerson Ave. at 80th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90045, on

Winter Citrus — Food Preservation Classes

Our first Food Preservation Class, WINTER CITRUS, will be offered by Emerson Avenue Community Garden Club on Sunday, February 23 from 1-4PM. Taught by master food preserver Elizabeth Sala and master gardener Dana H. Morgan, participants will learn basic hot

Winter Citrus — Food Preservation Classes

Our first Food Preservation Class, WINTER CITRUS, will be offered by Emerson Avenue Community Garden Club on Sunday, February 23 from 1-4PM. Taught by master food preserver Elizabeth Sala and master gardener Dana H. Morgan, participants will learn basic hot

Watermelon Rind Pickles

I’ve added my own mix of spices to Kevin’s great recipe.  I’ve grown quite fond of the taste of star anise lately.  And I’ve always been a fan of hot peppers and prefer using the dehydrated, skinny, Thai pepper or

Watermelon Rind Pickles

I’ve added my own mix of spices to Kevin’s great recipe.  I’ve grown quite fond of the taste of star anise lately.  And I’ve always been a fan of hot peppers and prefer using the dehydrated, skinny, Thai pepper or

Patricia Klindienst: Ethnic Gardeners

For several years  I’ve assigned Klindienst’s book, The Earth Knows My Name, in my English classes at Santa Monica College.  I’ve recommended to book to many friends and faculty in English, ESL, and history.  At the recent American Horticulture Society

Patricia Klindienst: Ethnic Gardeners

For several years  I’ve assigned Klindienst’s book, The Earth Knows My Name, in my English classes at Santa Monica College.  I’ve recommended to book to many friends and faculty in English, ESL, and history.  At the recent American Horticulture Society