Thursday, August 20, 2015

Tomato Time...

It's tomato time...FINALLY! These beautiful heirloom and beefsteak-type varieties are perfect for eating, juicing, freezing and fermenting. So colorful and delicious!


Friday, August 14, 2015

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Blessings And Miracles...

Our beautiful blooms are a constant reminder of God's amazing blessings and miracles. 



Many of you have met Little Giant Emily Koesters at our open houses. 


Emily has been hospitalized and is currently unresponsive. Her family is anxiously waiting for answers. Please join us in prayer as we ask for this incredible Little Giant and her family to be blessed by a miracle. 

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Save the dates!

Fall Open House...September 11, 12 and 13! Friday and Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm.

Also taking reservations for our next 'Lacto-Fermenting 101' classes. Learn to make healthy and probiotic-filled foods from your garden harvest. The Fremont Hy Vee dieticians will be our guest speakers. The next classes are scheduled for August 8 and September 26 from 1pm to 3pm. Class fee is $10.00. Let us know if we can save a seat for you!





Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Beware!

Found this unusual caterpillar on a hosta leaf in the pergola. Apparently, it is most likely a Flannel Moth Caterpillar (an entomologist agrees) and has traveled much further north of it's normal range. Although it looks soft enough to pet, touching it can cause very severe reactions in humans. A good reminder to ourselves, fellow gardeners and curious kiddos to be respectful of the insect world. Please share. 


Tuesday, July 14, 2015

A New Discovery!

Have always loved the Cobweb Sempervivum's ability to spin it's own web. 


Just discovered the blooms are pretty amazing, too!