by Mt Gilead | Feb 13, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. This year, a celestial twist of fate brings a rare and noteworthy alignment as Ash Wednesday coincides with Valentine’s Day. The...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 11, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
In the quest to encourage picky eaters to embrace a variety of vegetables, the garden offers another secret weapon: the fresh, raw taste of just-picked produce. Often, vegetables eaten straight from the plant can be a revelation in flavor and texture compared to their...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 6, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. Rolling hills bathed in golden sunshine, quaint towns dripping with small-town charm and folksy accents, and communities bound by strong,...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 4, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
I am a mom of a picky eater. And I bet a lot of y’all are too. It’s developmentally appropriate for small children to hesitate on unfamiliar foods. In the realm of picky eaters, vegetables often top the list of “no-go” items, much to the dismay of parents and...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 4, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Plant Hardiness Zone Map is an important tool for gardeners and farmers across the country. It guides them in determining which plants are most likely to thrive in a specific location. These zones are based on the...
