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building some greenhouses and growing herbs

Blog: Finished up with Kickstarter   -   Tuesday February 07, 2012   -   By Amber

Yay!  So we finally met our kickstarter goal and are working on the greenhouses. Two down, three more to go. Tomato and pepper transplants are creeping right along with the lovely weather we have had, and we are going to be starting some squash and melons...

Spring is Coming!

Blog: Folls Flower Farm   -   Monday February 06, 2012   -   By Thea

This winter has been the least snowy of any I have ever experienced in upstate NY.  We have only had about eight inches of snow all winter and most of the time grass is visible.  My horses are happily munching old pasture instead of eating their...

Hydrating Seeds Before Planting

Blog: Manure Tea-Organic Gardening   -   Saturday January 28, 2012   -   By GreenSoilTea

  Hydrating Seeds Before Planting I am always happy when I hear from growers and gardeners who are brewing and feeding their garden and indoor plant soil  Authentic Haven Brand Natural Brew . Where I really find pleasure is sharing...

Rites of Winter

Blog: Folls Flower Farm   -   Sunday January 15, 2012   -   By Thea

Every year about this time I am inspired to plan the coming year.  I search seed catalogs for the newest and best flowers to grow, I research what colors and flowers are "in"for the coming wedding season and I resolve to exercise more, do my...

Christmas is Coming

Blog: Renaissance Farm   -   Monday December 12, 2011   -   By Linda

Christmas Is Coming! (Fast) We are a bit late this week, the retail front has been occupying all of out time the past couple weeks!  Thank you for your contined partronage! We are just about sold out of wreaths, and...

A Sprig of Lavender

Blog: A Sprig of Lavender   -   Wednesday December 07, 2011   -   By Ann

A Sprig of Lavender pure and simple inspiration by Forrester Farm   Can be seen at: www.forresterfarm.com

End of weightlifting season...guess not?

Blog: Moonstruck Farms   -   Tuesday November 01, 2011   -   By Rowena

Well just when I think I have hit the end of weightlifting season....tomatoes, winter squash, cucumbers, zucchini....here come the turkeys.  My first big delivery is this week, and I am doing some extra sit ups to strengthen my back tonight!!!! ...

From a Biodynamic Viewpoint, What Accounts for Dif...

Blog: Lavender Lane Biodynamic Farm   -   Friday October 28, 2011   -   By Farmer

I hope that you enjoy a new series of blogs. I signed off for awhile but am working on the story and magic of Lavender Lane Biodynamic Farm. The unique, cosmic/spiritual, premium organic method of gardening and farming is on my mind. I often want to share...

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Apple Tastingat the Market

Blog: Williamsburg Farmers Market   -   Tuesday October 25, 2011   -   By WFM

Williamsburg Farmers Market 402 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchants Square Saturday, October 29 8:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Apple Tasting at the Market   Oysters, bison, grass-fed beef, mushrooms, cut flowers, Greek baked goods, artisan chocolate,...

Children's Day at the Market

Blog: Williamsburg Farmers Market   -   Wednesday October 19, 2011   -   By WFM

Williamsburg Farmers Market 402 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchants Square Saturday, October 22 8:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. This weekend at the Williamsburg Farmers Market is for the children. Make sure to bring your comera as there will be a...

Experience Williamsburg's Art Month at the William...

Blog: Williamsburg Farmers Market   -   Tuesday September 13, 2011   -   By WFM

This Century Art Gallery will have artists painting Plein Air in the Market as part of Williamsburg’s Art Month. Berret’s Seafood Restaurant will be at the Chefs Tent at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., The Master Gardeners will attend, and Ron Fetner will perform...

Flowers by Rebekah

Blog: Moraine Farm CSA   -   Tuesday September 06, 2011   -   By Gretta

Hello All! I don’t usually write on the blog but allow me to introduce myself. My name is Rebekah and I am one of the apprentices at Moraine Farm this year. On this rainy morning I have the wonderful opportunity to tell you about the flowers...

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New Herbs Ready for Purchasing!

Blog: Spices and Herbs by Elaynn   -   Wednesday August 17, 2011   -   By Elaynn

  Here are the herbs that I have ready for purchasing. All freshly harvested and dried from this spring and summer!   Check out my LH store under SPICES & HERBS BY ELAYNN BASIL:      SWEET BASIL ...

Fresh, Local Products, Chef and Canning Demonstrat...

Blog: Williamsburg Farmers Market   -   Tuesday July 05, 2011   -   By WFM

Saturday, July 9, 2011 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. July is peak season for corn, tomatoes, blackberries and cut flowers at the Williamsburg Farmers Market . Jim Gay of Colonial Williamsburg Historic Foodways will be at Chefs Tent and Two Girls and a...

Farmer's Market

Blog: Homegrown Harvest   -   Saturday May 28, 2011   -   By HomegrownHarvest

It finally dried out enough so we could plant. We have our lettuce blend, sweet edible pod peas, swiss chard, herbs, and flowers ready right now. Come see us Saturday mornings 8am - Noon at the Danville, Indiana Farmer's Market!

Spring might be here, Finally!

Blog: Pine Needle Farm   -   Friday May 06, 2011   -   By Ann

I think spring might finally be here!  The snow is almost all gone, at least here in the yard.  There is still some out in the forest, but it's going away.  It's been a long, snowy winter.  Now the Glacier Lilies are blooming, the pussy...

Easter Specials at the Williamsburg Farmers Market...

Blog: Williamsburg Farmers Market   -   Tuesday April 19, 2011   -   By WFM

Saturday, April 23, 2011 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.   Shop at the Williamsburg Farmers Market this Saturday for eggs, lamb, asparagus, chocolates, cut flowers and more to celebrate Easter. The Native Plant Society will exhibit invasive...

Daffodils

Blog: Lilies and lavender   -   Wednesday April 13, 2011   -   By kate

Those daffy daffodils have finally decided to bloom.  I picked over 1,000 last week and sold most at the Rittenhouse farmers' market in Philly.  When I move to this property 15 years ago there was one long row of struggling daffodils along the front...

Don't kill your violets

Blog: The Greenhouse At Morgan Lane   -   Thursday April 07, 2011   -   By Georgia

Don’t Kill your Violets! What tiny plant with lovely, scented flowers and heart-shaped leaves is packed with vitamins and antioxidants? Violets! These tiny colorful plants are an excellent ground cover for shady places, provide a bright green leaf...

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