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Harvesting Delicata and Acorn Squash

Since we planted squash very early this year (in order to get the plants established by the time June Gloom set in) we are already set to harvest some of our winter squash. Our Golden Pippin Acorn squash and most of our Delicata squash plants have withered, leaving behind golden fruits that will store through winter.

With pumpkins, it's easy to know when to harvest - just let the vines turn brown and crispy, then pick your pumpkin. Not all winter squash is that simple. For example, I've ...

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 21, 2011
Post category:What's Growin' On
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Raita: a Tasty Cucumber Side Dish

Low-level panic strikes when the pile of cucumbers from the garden starts to become overwhelming. What to do? If you've already made "spa water" with cucumber and orange slices in a pitcher of water, and you've been scooping up hummus with sliced cucumbers every day, try an Indian side dish that will help dwindle down your supply.

Cucumber Raita (ra-yee-ta) is an Indian/Pakistani condiment made with yogurt that is usually used to cool the palate when eating spicy foods. It can have its own degree of spice, with mustard seeds or paprika, ...

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 20, 2011
Post category:What's Growin' On
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Local Honey is Nature’s Gift

The latest post from Mar Vista's Bounty Hunter is reading for your reading delights. Get the lowdown on local honey, along with some great uses in sweet and savory treats:

Harry's Honey: Nature's Sweet Treat
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Post author:Christy
Post published:July 19, 2011
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Garlic Braiding

One of the best ways to store your garlic and onions is to braid the harvest and hang it up in the kitchen.

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 15, 2011
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Lemon Verbena Ice Cream

Cooking jags strike without warning, and when combined with the innocent act of pruning the lemon verbena plant out front, it makes for a delicious combination. Lemon verbena is one of those romantic herbs that I imagine Victorian women picked as they walked through the garden and rubbed onto their pulse points to carry the fragrance with them all day. It's lemony, but floral.

Lemon Verbena is usually dried and used in tea, but adventurous cooks use it in other dishes with fish, chicken and breads. We at Gardenerd ...

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 13, 2011
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A Date with Some Great Dates

The latest post from Mar Vista's Bounty Hunter is ready for your eyes. Find out where dates come from, and how we get them locally in So. Cal:

Dates: Delicious Desert Delights
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Post author:Christy
Post published:July 11, 2011
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Food Day 2011

Learn more about Food Day 2011 and how you can participate nationwide.

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 8, 2011
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Help Out a Community Garden

Ocean View Farms is my second home, where I've been growing food for 13 years. Now it's time to give back, so I'm helping them win a grant from DeLoach Community Gardens. You can help too - just read and vote:

Ocean View Farms Needs Your Vote
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Post author:Christy
Post published:July 7, 2011
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Like a Moth to the Apple

A new question came in to Ask Gardenerd this week:

"Hi, My mom has a very good fuji apple tree, but we lose a lot of apples to worms. Is there a natural, organic, non-Monsanto something that would help deter pests? Thank you, -Michael"

I'm so glad that you are seeking an alternative method to prevent this problem! It's so easy to grab a bottle off the shelf and start spraying. Let's see what we can do to get you on the road to apple tree salvation. ...

Post author:Christy
Post published:July 6, 2011
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The bees enjoyed the flowers of bolting kale and mustard greens.

The Great Sunflower Project

A few months back, we talked about the Sunflower Project on the Gardenerd Tip of the Week. It's worth repeating, especially since we recently discovered a cool tool on the website that you can use to gauge how many bees are in your area. You can also participate in reporting on bees in your area.

It's all part of YourGardenShow.com's Citizen Science effort. Check this out:

The Bee-o-Meter - part of the Sunflower Project

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Post author:Christy
Post published:July 5, 2011
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