This fall I planted camassia bulbs in honor of the Meriwether Lewis and William Clark historic expedition that started in 1804. I always think of them when I see a field of the blue flowers so I thought I would try growing them this year. Mine is a cultivar called ‘Blue Melody’ but of course they were dealing with the wild species Camassia quamash. Continue reading
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Come on over to the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale, VA, on Saturday, June 1, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm to hear me speak about growing and using culinary Asian herbs. Sponsored by the Hands on Harvests (HOH), this is a free event but HOH is asking attendees to consider making a donation. HOH is a local, non-profit organization that coordinates volunteers to grow produce for the food pantries. The deadline to register for the presentation is May 25; here is the registration link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FADA923A5F8C61-49509335-growing
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