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Lavender

7/15/2013

 
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Hidicote lavender is one of the hardier cultivars that can survive the winter in zone 7. And with its beautiful color and invigorating fragrance, we are thankful for its fortitude.

Mixed berries

7/12/2013

 
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This harvest of mixed berries came in July on the farm. What's in the mix? Early blueberries, olallieberries (lower left corner) red raspberries, and black raspberries.

We took the opportunity to host a mid- summer party and made a low sugar jam for our guests. What a summer treat!

Shallots

7/1/2013

 
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I remember reading an interview with a chef who was asked what ingredient he would like if stranded on a deserted island. His answer? The shallot!

I totally understand. They add and earthy complexity to marinades, vinaigrettes, soups and sauces. And I rarely start a dish without first dicing up a shallot.

Like garlic, we plant shallots in the fall and harvest them in the early summer. Here they are drying on the porch for fall and winter savory dishes. There are also four garlic plants mixed in. Can you find them?



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