Donna, be careful since 'coons are terrible predators of chickens. Our neighbor lost her entire flock to a raccoon--didn't eat them, just killed...
Wow! Your daughter must have really wiped out the ACT test to get an invitation from Yale. You must be proud, and please congratulate her for all...
Mrs. G, the cuphea (Mexican Heather) may be a short-lived perennial for you. They survive over the winter here in Texas, if the temps don't get...
SusieQ, I have several of his/her cousins hopping around our yard. I'll gladly put them on a plane for a family reunion! They are cute, and we...
Today was the big day--blending the mature hens with the daffy dozen chicklets. It went as smooth as a cow on ice--the two bolder chicklets...
Donna, I just put a tot of Vodka in my hens' water, and I get pickled eggs (and staggering chickens)! (Sorry, I couldn't resist). I don't have...
Donna, we love you, dirty or not! So glad to hear you are mending well, and that the stitches will soon be out. Just don't overdo until everything...
Have fun, take photos, and enjoy your vacation thoroughly. Don't worry, we'll hold down the fort until you get back :setc_008: .
Dooley, the big black ones we call Cedar Bees, and they don't have a stinger. Take a look at the nether end of one, and you won't see a stinger....
There's nothing like a supportive home life to help a child achieve. Please let Kaitlynn know how happy we Stewbies are at her achievements.
Fish poacher for a short, fat fish?
We plant around Valentine's Day, and harvest in June. This year's weather was a bit "funny" so I harvested some in late May, and the rest about 10...
Oh you lucky person. that's rosemary! A wonderful shrub/herb that can be used for cooking, is a pest repellent, and a great addition to the...
No, believe me, excessive rain is NOT our problem! I've been deep watering twice a week because Mother Nature has decided to send her moisture...
Well, PricklyPear, I could use Epsom Salts as a foliar spray also. I have a one-gallon sprayer that I could mix up an Epsom Salts mixture and use...
Mrs.G, what a nice posting to remind us all to wish Happy Father's Day to all the daddies out there!
Mart, the Kinnebecs did well--as you noted, not as big as the LaSodas but a nice crop of potatoes. I like the taste, also. They are "creamier"...
Donna, I have to admit your teen-agers look better than mine! The Buff Orpingtons are a breed I've wanted to have, but with our Texas heat, I'm...
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday, Netty--great gardeners should have great birthdays!
When talking to a fellow gardener, preferably out in the garden surrounded by the subjects of our conversation :lol: , I use common names. If...
