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Author Archives: jkmcintyre
After the rain…sprouts and birds
It has finally, finally, rained. And so the cover crops I sowed last week are diligently sprouting. Yay! However, several feet of each row have been picked over by birds – plucking off the tender new leaves and pulling the … Continue reading
The Lesser-Known Spotted Asparagus Beetle
I have been growing asparagus for 4 years. As reported previously, I replanted in 2011 and the current crop is a model of healthy asparagusness. Eager for the first sustainably edible spears, I regularly inspect my plants; pull weeds, note … Continue reading
Hoppity Hops!
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Our local pub grows hop vines around its patio. Scott, ever one to simply ask, inquired as to whether we could pick some. Yes, but please limit yourselves to one grocery bag. And so we found ourselves along the sidewalk and parking lot of the pub on a busy evening Continue reading
Posted in flowers, Food preservation, harvest
Tagged brewing beer, hop vine, hops in beer
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Grape Juice
First grapes on the Agria vine we planted in Spring 2011. As Raintree promised, it fruited early, growing luscious dark globelets. I like sour fruit, so I have been tasting the grapes for a few weeks now. Last week they … Continue reading
Posted in Canning, Food preservation, fruit, harvest
Tagged grape juice, grape mash, grape vine, mixed drinks
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