I had never grown artichokes before, so the whole process was new this year. Even though I planted last year, the plant never reached maturity until this spring. It grew huge and beautiful, and at one point there were 12 artichokes on it! I was eager to try new recipes with them, inspired by a Facebook posting from my friend and fellow writer Kristi Willis More
Spring sprung in the garden early this year, thanks to an incredibly mild winter and all the glorious rain we’ve enjoyed lately in Central Texas. Things are looking good – with a few minor setbacks. This weekend we plant tomatoes, peppers and eggplant- a bit late because of SXSW.
It’s spring and great things are happening in the garden! My favorite thing right now is my variegated lemon tree. It is completely covered in blossoms, and the smell is so strong it hits you as soon as you step outside the kitchen, a sweet, intoxicating smell of white flowers that just makes you want to stay outside sipping a cool drink and staring at More