Category Archives: gardening

Yarrow in my backyard – Achillea millefolium

Most people try to eradicate this herb when they find it in their yard. Once again I am not one of those people. I love it’s strong herbaceous scent when I cut it in the yard and hang it in … Continue reading

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Sweet Annie Sweet Wormwood Artemisia annua

This is sweet annie on the side of my house. Possum, one of the outdoor cats, is keeping his eye on me.  Several years ago I traveled back to that Northeast state where I was born.. When I was living … Continue reading

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Snake Bean Trichosanthes cucumerina anguina A new plant in my garden

When I saw this vegetable in the Baker Creek catalog I was intrigued. It did not disappoint me. The star shaped flowers smell like a very sweet honeysuckle. The vines and leaves have an odd aroma. I’m still not certain … Continue reading

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