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The 5th Dimension
 Everything else you need to know about successful gardening
Happy Father's Day!
In these tight economic times, even gifts should do double duty - make the men in your life happy and give your family a little extra joy.
Click here to read a good suggestion for Father's Day gift giving
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The Beautiful Landscape
 To Deadhead or Not to Deadhead: That Is a Sticky Question
Is it worth it to deadhead faded flowers from your gardens? Short answer: Yes. But there are a few cautions and things you should know before you grab the shears and start cutting!
Click here for the best deadheading advice around |
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The Perennial Landscape
1999 and 2003 Perennials of the Year: Daisy "Goldstrum" and Daisy "Becky"
Who doesn't love daisies?
Click here to read a few short words for success with daisies
To find out more about how the Perennial of the Year is chosen, click through to www.perennialplant.org.
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The Herbal Landscape
 Drink Your Marigolds!
They are pretty to look at and help repel pests in the garden, but did you know Marigolds are an herbal remedy as well?
Click here to read this fun article about Marigolds
To purchase bulk dried herbs including several kinds of herbal tea blends, check the Quick Links box above.
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The Edible Landscape
Raspberry Tips and Tricks
These delicious gems of summer are incredibly easy to grow. If you have a yard bigger than a postage stamp, set out some raspberries!
Read the full article by clicking here
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Roasted Cauliflower
Serves 6
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1 medium head of cauliflower
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh or dried parsley
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash the cauliflower and cut into 1-1/2 inch flowerets. In a small pan, toss the cauliflower with the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Roast until tender, about 20 minutes, stirring at least once.
In a small bowl, combine garlic with parsley; sprinkle over roasted cauliflower. Continue to roast 3-5 minutes longer. Spoon into serving dish and serve hot.
Recipe courtesy of Beier's Greenhouse. Adapted from The Good Housekeeping Cookbook. New York: Hearst Communications, 2001.
June 21, 2009
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