My adventure last week to Lavender Hill Farm still has me craving more delicious lavender magic. After talking with my friend Michelle, I think I’ve got a treat for you! We were conversing about what all we could make with the lavender from our own gardens and after she mentioned lavender simple syrup, I couldn’t…
Hi Friends! Been a while since I shared here, but I couldn’t miss the opportunity to give you a peek inside Lavender Hill Farm. This beautiful lavender farm is located in Boyne City, MI, and was a real treat even on a cloudy day. Mom and I decided to make the trip and we loved…
Latin name: Rubus idaeus Family: Rosaceae or rose family. DESCRIPTIVE CHARACTERISTICS Part of the Plant Used Leaf, berry. This perennial or biennial shrub is native to Europe but has naturalized all over the United States. Berries are often seen in grocery stores and farm stands for their delicious sweet flavor, making it easy to overlook…
Latin name: Capsicum frutescens Family: Solanaceae or Nightshade Family DESCRIPTIVE CHARACTERISTICS Native to the eqatorian Americas, Cayenne is famous for its phytochemical capsaicin. Capsicum frutescens, part of the Solanaceae or Nightshade family, is especially beneficial for flabby, sluggish folks who may experience jerky, aching muscles and stagnation in the cardiovascular system. It been shown to…
Garlic is a newer addition to our farm, and I have no idea why we didn’t plant it sooner. We started with just a few cloves from our brother Jay two years ago and quickly it became a must have! This year we expanded our selection and put down 200 organic cloves for medicinal recipes…