The tall, beautiful iris, named after the Greek goddess who rode rainbows, comes in many magical colors. Despite its divine […]
Author: king
Harvest Salmon Chowder
Pretty in color, rich, thick, and flavorful. A great way to make use of the late summer harvest. Ingredients 3 tablespoons […]
Spinach
Spinach, a super–cold-hardy leafy green, is a popular crop that can be planted in very early spring, as well as […]
13-Bean Good-Luck Soup
The parishioners of the Church of the Epiphany in Southbury, Connecticut, routinely package the dried (bean) part of this recipe […]
Asters
Asters are daisy-like perennials with starry-shaped flower heads that range in color from white to blue to purple. They bring delightful […]
Cream of Broccoli Soup
For once, a vegetable soup that’s not pureed! This one has plenty of flavor and plenty of texture, and it […]
Butterfly Bush
The butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) is a beautiful, fast-growing, deciduous shrub with masses of blossoms—long, spiked trusses—that bloom from summer […]
Zucchini-Potato Soup
This Zucchini-Potato Soup is surprisingly flavorful and a big hit even with those who aren’t normally fond of soups. Be […]
Impatiens
Impatiens is a beautiful annual that makes an excellent houseplant or summer bedding and container plant. Here’s how to grow […]
Italian-Style Pasta Salad
We love this refreshingly different Italian-Style Pasta Salad made with spaghetti instead of the usual elbows or twists. And the […]