Mystical, magical hawthorn
Hawthorn is a tree that I grew up associating with thick, enchanted forests of fairy tales. Turns out that I wasn't far off - it is one of the most…
What’s the deal with lawn culture?
Let's talk about lawn culture. Who decided that having a vibrant green postage stamp of grass surrounding your house should be the quintessential symbol for idyllic suburban life? Well (surprise…
Growing Together in times of COVID-19
Yesterday I attended an excellent online seminar, presented by CRFAIR (Capital Region Food and Agriculture Initiatives Roundtable) and the Food Literacy Working Group, on the heightened interest in growing food…