Aug 1, 2021

Taking Food Plants for Granted

We commonly fail to appreciate the wonders that are part of everyday existence. I am not referring to electronic gadgets, but rather to the truly essential things -- water, shelter, medicine, food and breathable air, almost all of which are specifically plant related. For example, the bounty at the market is amazing. I literally pause while admiring the produce, especially in winter, far from the growing season, and silently give praise to the botanists who made it possible,

Rant of the Month

Unfortunately, most people know very little about plants and gardening, including many "professionals" employed to design, choose, install and maintain landscapes. This page spotlights specific issues with commentary on remedy or recommendation for course of action. Examples are numerous and easy to find, rarely requiring me to travel far from home. Hopefully, these postings will make the task more difficult. I also feature seasonally appropriate topics and focus on species and issues to help educate.

I schedule the new rant to post at one minute after midnight on the first day of each month.

Rant of the Month

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