The jewel orchid is more famous for its foliage than its flowers. But that doesn't mean you won't be sublimely impressed with its flowers. Sweet and petite white flower buds with a bold yellow center make them stunners. Those blooms are numerous and last 4-6 weeks, too! Winding in tiny bouquets, I counted 22 tiny flowers on my plant! Unlike the flowers we traditionally think of as orchids, the jewel orchid is eye-popping year-round ... Read More »
How-to prune blueberry bushes in winter for a more abundant crop
As you know, life is hectic. In this busy mindset, I've neglected to prune my blueberry bushes for several years now. This task should be done in late winter, preferably in February-ish but I've let it slide. The kids have kept me going non-stop, and it's "needs/must" most days. So dinner and laundry supersede pruning. But my blueberry crop has suffered from this lack of care. In fact, over the past few years of non-pruning, my yield has ... Read More »
Gourmet nuts + dreamy chocolate delights with Sunnyland Farms 3 winner giveaway!
My New Year's Resolution is to eat 1.) something sweet and 2.) something salty each day. Does that count? Notice I didn't mention anything about mac & cheese. Seriously...eating healthy can be a balance of both worlds! Mostly healthy snacking with a twist of sweetness! Welcome Sunnyland Farms! The non-stop party in your mouth. Gourmet nuts please! Today's prizes are in random order as they are equally mouth-watering. The ... Read More »
Roasted chickpeas (3 ways!!!)
Want to analyze the skyrocketing costs of nuts these days? Nope. Inflation is nutty. Let's try a cheaper alternative. Roasted chickpeas. Healthy, crunchy, and yummy, you are going to love this mighty plant. Call them chickpeas or get all fancy and call them garbanzo beans- but after you try them you'll just be calling them delicious. If you think you don't like mushy chickpeas plain (most of us don't), you are going to be pleasantly ... Read More »
