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Using the Abundance: Blackberry Sorbet

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Christy

Two years ago we dug up a blackberry runner that had wandered over from a neighboring plot at the community garden. We planted it in a pot and year later it took over the place, diving down through the drainage … Continue reading →

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Waste Not, Want Not – Food Waste Reality Check

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Christy

I had the pleasure of attending an event last night called Getting Wasted, which focused on how much food is wasted in our country. From farm to table and from table to trash, we throw away a lot of food. … Continue reading →

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March Against Monsanto – This Saturday

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Christy

We garden for many reasons, but whether it’s a hobby, habit or homesteading way of life, gardening has a purpose. It feeds us. What’s more, it gives us the opportunity to control where some of our food comes from. I … Continue reading →

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Oh Sweet Goodness: First Honey Harvest

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Christy

We couldn’t stand the suspense any longer. Our bees were filling up frame after frame of their hive with golden nectar and we wanted to share the experience. So we donned our suits and veils and harvested a single frame … Continue reading →

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Millet Update and Spring Colors

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Christy

We planted millet in late February and planted it out last month and already we have an update! While many of the plants were destroyed by curious cats, the remainder have sent up impressive stalks of grain. This being our … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Fava Bean Crostini

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Christy

What do you do with all those fava beans from your winter cover crop? The possibilities are endless, but when you’re in the mood for something sophisticated, try this fava bean crostini for a bright spring delight. It is based … Continue reading →

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Easy Patio Garden

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Christy

One of my Santa Monica College students wanted to put in a starter garden to try out her new found skills on a small scale. She didn’t want to invest in landscaping or permanent raised beds just yet. After a … Continue reading →

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LA Times Garden Chat – Spring Garden Tips

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Christy

For those who missed it, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lisa Boone of the LA Times a couple weeks ago about spring planting. It was a chance to share some helpful gardening tips and answer viewer questions. It … Continue reading →

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Asian Raw Cabbage and Tofu Salad

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Christy

Here’s another chance to cook (or not cook) with fresh ingredients from the garden with this great Raw Cabbage and Tofu Salad recipe. It’s easy to make and uses your cabbage and carrot harvest from the cool-weather season. It happens; … Continue reading →

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It’s Garden Tour Time

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Christy

April and May are remembered most for showers and flowers, but the best part of all that spring activity is the garden tours. Now’s your chance to get out and see what’s growin’ on, to get ideas for your own … Continue reading →

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