Ohhhh how sweet it is! I stumbled upon a technique for cooking corn on the cob that I had never thought to do before. As I state in the title though, this is the only way I will ever make corn on the cob again so you should definitely try it. I will began by openly admitting that I don’t always buy the best quality corn that I could buy. Maybe that is why I am more open to splurging on these additional ingredients to achieve a better tasting...

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FRESH, vine-ripened tomatoes are one of the great joys of summer. Sometimes diseases, pests and/or environmental stresses get in the way of our tomato harvests. Signs and Symptoms Black sunken areas on fruit Few flowers/flowers drop Dark, concentric spots Water-soaked lesions Cracks in fruit Yellowed, distorted leaves Wilted foliage Holes in leaves and fruit Collapsing fruit The best way to avoid tomato troubles is to start with healthy plants....

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June gardening tips,  make sure to do the following … IN YOUR GARDEN Pruning Storm Damaged Trees Summer storms may cause serious tree damage. Often you will have to decide whether a tree can be saved or not. Here is a checklist on care of a storm-damaged landscape: Be safe: Check for downed power lines or hanging branches. Don’t venture under the tree until it is safe. If large limbs are hanging precariously, a certified...

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Cat lovers, we have the purrrfect seeds!  Did you know that Cat Grass Oats is continuously one of our best sellers? Because we love our pets You love your cats, and we love that you care enough to provide them with fresh, safe greens, and catnip (which is just fun for everyone)! Our NEW Cat Grass Mix includes barley, oats, and wheat, providing kitties with a rich blend of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Share this: Click to email...

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Grub worms – yuck! Here’s how to know if you have them in your lawn & how to rid yourself of them: 1) You will see patches of dead grass around your lawn 2) The dead areas will easily pull back if you tug (since the grubs have eaten the root system away) 3) you will find grubs just below the surface 4) A closer look at grub worms 5) How to treat – using a spreader distribute Bayer Complete Insect Killer on your lawn and then water to...

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How to Take Care of Vinca Flowers By Jenny Harrington The plant commonly called vinca (Catharanthus roseus) grows as a short, upright bush, covered in small pink or magenta flowers. It grows as a perennial in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 11 but can be treated as a summer annual elsewhere. Vinca’s close cousins, greater periwinkle (Vinca major), which grows in USDA zones 7 through 9, and common periwinkle...

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