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Who doesn’t love cinnamon?

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Facts on Savory

Savory, due to its perception as an aphrodisiac, has long been used in love potions.

In the language of flowers savory stands for "mental powers".

The name savory comes from the Latin word satura, meaning “satiated”.

Savory is known as the "bean herb" (bohnenkraut in German) because it both enhances the flavor of beans and helps in their digestion, thus decreasing the flatulence often associated with these and other legumes.

The two main culinary savories are summer and winter savory. Summer savory (Satureja hortenensis) is an annual and is the most used culinary savory. Winter savory (Satureja montana) is an evergreen perennial that is a good substitute for summer savory, but it is notably stronger in flavor.

Julys is Savory!

Love this.

"Flowers will grow from my decomposed body and I will be in them. That is eternity."

-Edvard Munch.

I subscribe to this notion. 😝

Dig up the root.

Unearthing the Treasure: Why Dandelion Roots are the Most Important Part of the Plant When most people think of dandelions, they picture the yellow flowers or the fluffy, white seed heads that children love to blow apart. However, beneath the surface of these widespread and often underappreciated plants lies

Lovely Lavender.

Common items with uncommon uses.

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Every flower or herb you plant beautifies the earth.

Yummy. Visit a farmers market.

Great versatile plant.

So true.

This map is nicely done. Every state has its own state insect.

Soon it will be time to make fig leaf tea! Who knew?

Full article:

Most people know about figs, but they don't realize how important fig leaves are. Here's why

Watch out for these bugs.

Your friendly reminder to be on the lookout for these invasive insects this summer. Both the spotted lanternfly & elm zigzag sawfly have emerged in NC in the past few years. They are out and about in warm weather so keep an eye out! If you see them, report them!
Learn how: https://forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/2023/04/invasive-insect-activity-is-heating-up-see-them-report-them

📸 At the top are images of the spotted lanternfly. At the bottom are images of the elm zigzag sawfly.

Great place to pick your own lavender.

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According to The Lavender Association, there are over 45 species of lavender, with more yet to be classified, and more than 450 varieties.

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This tea is really tasty and interesting too!

Discover the Magic of Butterfly Pea Flower 🌸
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Butterfly pea flower, also known as Clitoria ternatea, is a stunningly vibrant blue flower renowned for its numerous health benefits and striking color-changing properties. Originating from Southeast Asia, this flower has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and cuisine.

Health Benefits:
1. Rich in Antioxidants:Butterfly pea flowers are packed with anthocyanins, which help combat free radicals and reduce inflammation.
2. Improves Skin Health:The antioxidants also support collagen production, promoting youthful and glowing skin.
3. Enhances Cognitive Function:Studies suggest that compounds in the flower may improve memory and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
4. Supports Hair Growth:The bioflavonoids in butterfly pea flower are believed to stimulate hair growth and prevent graying.

Culinary Uses:
Butterfly pea flower tea is famous for its brilliant blue color, which can transform into a deep purple with a squeeze of lemon. It's a visual and sensory delight, perfect for teas, cocktails, and even as a natural food coloring in desserts and rice dishes.

Have you tried growing elderberry?

How to Grow Elderberries and Unlock Their Herbal Healing Powers Elderberries (Sambucus nigra) have long been prized for their medicinal properties and versatility in the kitchen. These small, dark berries are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making them a popular choice for herbal remedies

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Good graphic on what to compost.

All you ever need to know about !

Commercially, allspice is primarily grown in Jamaica, and is also grown in Mexico, Honduras, Trinidad and Cuba. According to THE GARDENING CHANNEL; "The name allspice, in a culinary sense, is a combination of several spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, juniper and clove, but the allspice tree, also has its place in the culinary world.The reason that this tree is associated with the country of Jamaica, aside from being native to the small island, is because of how the country has incorporated the dried green berries of the female tree into its dishes. All spice is used in several Jamaican dessert dishes and is one of the central ingredients in Jamaica’s famous jerk spice mix. "

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There’s still life in the Garden. It just looks different.