| Field Notes from the Editor, Tina Sams We're zipping around, hitting festivals, and getting in some time to teach the things we love. Remembering why we do what we do! |
About the cover--this winsome view of a blooming prairie on the cover has been painted by Aimee Bungard. |
| Angelica, Dr. Sharon Hagemann Learn about this "giant, bold relative of parsley." Culinary, growing, lore and medicinal information. |
Growing with Kathy, Seasonal Maintenance, Kathy Musser Organizing your gardening chores so you can enjoy your garden. |
| Lessons on Stewardship: Chinquapins, Chiggers, and Indian Pipes, Ruth Davis Sometimes the natural world can communicate very clearly. We just need to listen. |
Sangria and Toast, Rita Richardson Perfect for those warm evenings after finishing in the garden, watching the world go by... |
| Six Herbs and Spices for a Cooler Summer, Marcy Lautanen Raleigh "...when you're feeling the summer heat, try adding these six herbs and spices into your diet, proven to actually cool down your body!" |
Marvelous Marshmallow, Kristine Brown All about this fabulous, soothing plant. |
| Summer Crafts, Tina Sams Try one of these projects this summer. |
The Ups and Downs of Trademarking, Angela M. Dellutri Ever think about protecting your ideas legally? Read on... |
| List Article, Cold Teas What are our favorite herbal blends for the hot months of summer? Here are ours. |
Summer Soap Soiree, Marci Tsohonis One phrase... "Champagne Hot Process Soap." |
| Sweet Annie, Sandy Michelsen Of all the artemisias, this fragrant, finely cut variety is a favorite of many. |
Pestos and Pastas, Jackie Johnson Dinner from the garden. Create your own pasta and the sauce to go with it. |
| Cheese Ball Pops, Sarah Liberta Bite-sized treat on a stick. |
