by Mt Gilead | Feb 25, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
Did you know that your garden right here in the Piedmont region of North Carolina might be hiding treasures from the past? It’s true! Local rockhounds and artifact enthusiasts often find fascinating historical items in this area, especially after a good tilling...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 20, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. (Image courtesy of Joe Raedle/Getty Images) Recently, a series of articles has attributed some blame for the tight housing market and exorbitant...
by Mt Gilead | Feb 18, 2024 | Master Gardener Musings
As Winter begins to close and Spring looms, many of us feel like we should have started seeds to be able to plant a decent garden this year. But the gardening season has not begun yet. In fact, for certain crops, waiting a bit longer and directly sowing seeds into the...
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,...
