Mother Earth's Garden

I used to share gardening links here on a regular basis, but I haven’t posted too many links lately. I guess that’s part of being a gardener in the summer, there’s never enough time!
I have a fun website to share with you today. Ideal Bite is loaded with tips on the easiest produce to grow, container gardening, and anything to do with growing your own grub.

The site also has bite-size ideas for light green living, covering everything from biodynamic wine to organic cosmetics to seasonal recipes from local chefs.
It’s loaded with sassy fun ideas, that are perfect for …read more

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My hydrangeas are just starting to bloom. They’re one of my favorite flowers for drying, crafting, bouquets, and just to leave blooming in the garden for winter interest. Their blooms dry to a light brown color, and last all winter in my Ohio Garden.
There are plenty of reasons to celebrate the beautiful hydrangea. Here are just some of the varieties available:
Smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), – Most people think of hydrangeas as shrubs for shade, but if you’ve got a sunny garden and are longing to grow hydrangeas, consider planting a smooth hydrangea variety.  These decadent beauties are hardy in …read more

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I can’t believe it’s almost the end of February already! Valentine’s Day is past, and Mardi Gras is this week. In no time at all it will be St. Patrick’s Day, then Easter, and we’ll be in the garden. Yay!
Some of you in the southern garden zones are already starting your garden for this year, and have flowers in bloom. We’re having yet another winter storm this weekend, I can hear the wind roaring right outside the window.
If you’re from the north, stay warm spring’s on the way. If you’re in the south, I envy your warm temps and …read more

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My friend Jennifer at Tree Hugging Family pointed this video out to me, so I could share it with Mother Earth’s Garden readers.
The video was created by the nonprofit group Kitchen Gardeners International, the group who’s running the “Eat the View” campaign.
It’s a really cute history you can share with your children on the history of gardens at the White House.

“Eat the View” is a campaign with a goal of returning edible landscapes to the White House.
How can you help? If you’d like to help the cause you can sign the White House Victory Garden Petition.
Jennifer has more details …read more

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I hope everyone had a wonderful week. I have some great links for you this week from Superbowl recipes, to some healthy recipes to help you keep that New Years resolution to be healthier in 2009. Happy reading!
Alphabet Cake Pan~ Personalize your birthday cake with an alphabet cake pan. Make their initials, or their age in cake!
Busy Family Meals~ Vindaloo sauce can be used to flavor meats, but we like it best as a vegetarian delight!
Chocolate Covered Buttercrunch Bars~ Chocolate and buttercrunch treats made with a surprise ingredient.
Cooking Gadgets~ Space saving genius: collapsible colanders!
From here at Mother Earth’s Garden, …read more

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It’s -10`F here this morning, and with the wind chill it’s close to -20`F, yikes that’s cold! I don’t know about you but it’s way too cold for me to venture outside for long, so I have some yummy stay inside links to warm you up and give you some weekend reading. Enjoy!
15 Appetizers and Snack Foods For Your Superbowl Party~ If you’re planning a Superbowl party, or just hanging out at home here’s a list of fun easy recipes for the big game.
Chocolate Avocado Milkshakes~ A very unusual combination — are you brave enough to try it?
Chocolate Gadgets~ …read more

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It’s been snowy and icy (and cold) all weekend here. Hopefully it’s nicer in where you live. I’ve been catching up on my reading, so I thought I’d share some gardening and cooking links with you.
Have any apples left? Busy Family Meals has delicious, moist apple cake…it just doesn’t get much better than this!
Homemade Ranch dip is wonderful for those fresh picked vegetables straight out of the garden, but it also adds a wonderful flavor to winter vegetables.
I haven’t grown any Stevia in my garden the last couple years, but I think I will this summer just so I …read more

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Are you all ready for your Christmas entertaining? Is the baking all done, the party decorations all in place? This week we have links for a holiday brunch, cookies, and more holiday goodness.
Not much gardening on the list, but I have some new plant premieres to show you this week. Stay tuned!
Breakfast in a Pan ~ If you will be involved in any holiday brunches this season, here’s a super easy breakfast casserole to serve twenty-four. Recipe provides several diet substitutions. Both versions are equally tasty.
Busy Family Meals ~ Try a gourmet grilled cheese recipe by a teenage chef!
Cooking …read more

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I have some yummy warm comfort foods, for a cold December weekend. I hope you enjoy this weeks food links.
Spiced Carmelized Pecans A perfect treat for your holiday parties.
Cooking Gadgets Giftybox is the unique way to give cooking classes or winery tours to those on your gift list…now at a special discount for our readers!
Win Sauce…and a Microwave from Bertolli This week an appliance…next week steaks. Cookerati has a giveaway a week in December.
Busy Family Meals Jenna Pepper shares her expertise on how …read more

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Most of this weekends food links are Thanksgiving related. I hope you enjoy.
Busy Family Meals asks, do you know what to do to prepare for Thanksgiving?
This may just be the cutest way ever to serve your holiday desserts!
Happy Holidays with High Density Foods for Healthy Eating and Weight Control Here are some tips from Jean to help you enjoy all the holiday feasting with NO REGRETS come January.
What Do You Do With The Left Over Turkey? Add some salsa and spice it up with these tips and recipes.
Layered Chocolate Cheesecake Bars- A decadent, rich, creamy …read more

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