Posts Tagged ‘Fruit’
Honoring Flora – the Goddess of Flowers and Spring – in Lore and History
“Today, carpology studies fruits and seeds, and carp is the fruiting body of a fungus. The Latin term Carpe diem or Seize the day could also be considered Make the day fruitful.” On this day, April 27, the Romans honored Flora – the goddess of flowers and spring. Today, the word flora is a…
Read MoreGrow Fruit & Vegetables in Pots by Aaron Bertelsen
As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Grow Fruit & Vegetables in Pots by Aaron Bertelsen This book is hot off the shelf – brand new – just released today! Aaron Bertelsen is the gardener-cook of England’s Great Dixter in East Sussex — where the kitchen garden is a central part of everything he does.…
Read MorePineapple Slices Transform into Yellow Blossoms in Your Oven
“In 8 to 10 minutes, the slices will bloom into delicate pineapple flowers.” June 14, 2019 Do you want to make some Pineapple Flowers for your next party or gathering? Pineapple Flowers are super easy to make. Take a pineapple and thinly slice it. Place the slices on a cookie sheet and slowly…
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