Edible Gardening Archives - Page 6 of 9 - JoAnn's Food Bites

Beef, Container Gardening, Edible Gardening, Food For Better Health, Grill It!, Main Course, Recipes, Salads, Vegetables

End of Summer Salad

September 26, 2016

Although the calendar indicates it is the end of summer, Mother Nature in South Carolina is not paying attention. Yesterday it was 92º and today it will be the same, nevertheless, most farmers’ markets are closing down or will be in the next two weeks. This end of summer celebration, because I hate the hot weather, was perfect for dinner, after finishing up a hot summer day. Light, refreshing and colorful, if you are a vegetable fan, you will love this easy to prepare salad. Because the vinaigrette is so prominent in this recipe, using good, fresh ingredients is important and will make a difference. Keep in mind, the vinaigrette…

Read More

No Comments

Related Posts

Top 5 Criteria For The Most Tender Steak
July 28, 2016

Taking Steak and Potatoes Up a Notch
July 17, 2017

Making Baked Ziti with Macaroni
August 23, 2016
Container Gardening, Edible Gardening, Food For Better Health, Foodie Adventures, Reviews

Williamston Homestead Festival

September 16, 2016

Attended the Williamston Homestead Festival last weekend. It was a free, family friendly event held at Mineral Spring Park in downtown Williamston. Celebrating a lifestyle of self sufficiency, the festival offered classes, vendors and a seed swap table. Homesteading can be characterized by agriculture, textiles, clothing, or craft work. I wanted to learn more about sustainable plants and crops. Useful Plant Nursery Chuck Marsh, Permaculture designer, of Useful Plant Nursery provided a very informative presentation of plants that provide benefits beyond looking pretty in your landscape. Many plants have medicinal benefits that nature has provided since our Indian, original homesteaders, lived off the land. Marsh explained his concern for the lack…

Read More

No Comments

Related Posts

5 Steps for a Successful Garden Plan
April 9, 2020

7 Tips For Spring Edible Gardening
April 3, 2019

Growing and Cooking Onions
July 11, 2019
Container Gardening, Edible Gardening, Food Advocacy, How Food Works

Organic Gardening at the Rodale Institute

August 18, 2016

If you are a home gardener wanting to educate yourself and strive for organic gardening, you need to read up on the Rodale Institute in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Founded by J.I. Rodale in 1947, the Rodale Institute’s initial mission was to create an example of how organic farming could work. Because of health aliments, Rodale wanted to study the process of organic farming, verses conventional farming and the benefits of going organic. Originally ridiculed for his vision, Rodale is now revered as a pioneer and his grand-daughter and great grand-daughter carry on his legacy, forming the largest multi-media company dedicated to restoring a healthy plant, Rodale Incorporated. History of Rodale When…

Read More

No Comments

Related Posts

End of Summer Salad
September 26, 2016

Creating an Edible Garden on a Budget
June 23, 2020

Worldly Spices and Flavors
May 9, 2019
Appetizers/Snacks, Edible Gardening, Recipes, Vegetables

Zucchini Tots on National Zucchini Day!

August 8, 2016

National Zucchini Day with Zucchini Tots! Zucchini has long been thought of as a vegetable, as it belongs to the squash family, but botanically, it is a fruit because it grows from a flower. It can grow to a meter in length, however, it is usually harvested when it is half that size. Traditionally green; however, the golden zucchini, a related hybrid is a deep yellow or orange color. They are very low in calories and contain good amounts of potassium and Vitamin A. The flower of the plant is edible and can be used as a garnish for presentation. Last month, my daughter-in-law made Zucchini Tots courtesy of…

Read More

No Comments

Related Posts

Labor Day: Cookout and Picnic Recipes
July 24, 2019

Embracing Healthy Fats and Oils
November 5, 2020

The Easiest Party Appetizer Ever!
April 19, 2011
Edible Gardening, Food Advocacy, Vegetables

Burlington, North Carolina Approves Produce Stands

July 26, 2016

As an avid supporter of sustainable living, I try to frequent my local Travelers Rest Farmer’s Market to buy locally grown vegetables and products made by other local residents. This not only helps the local community but also provides a healthier meal plan for my family. Burlington, North Carolina has realized these benefits and has agreed to amend their ordinance for residential produce markets. Under the previous ordinance, plants, fruits and vegetables could only be sold in a residential area if the crops were physically grown on the same property. Former City Manager Harold Owen says is just not realistic given the city’s population density. He knew changing the ordinance…

Read More

No Comments

Related Posts

5 Steps for a Successful Garden Plan
April 9, 2020

Garden Planted
April 26, 2016

Worldly Spices and Flavors
May 9, 2019