July Slump
It seems we are in a bit of an early July slump at Pine Mountain. There is always work to do in the garden, but the persistent rain has us
Grow Appalachia ~ Homevisit Adventures
This is Valzora's garden, which is located way back in the woods in a place called Buffalo. When I drove up to Val's home she grinned and said, " I don't think your van
Pig Roast & Other Festivities
This week, we have had the largest group of volunteers that we have yet to have!! (which is why I slacked a little on the blogging last week...) There are
Global gardening
Did you know that chickens like to lay eggs in squash plants? And that honeybees are not native to the Americas? I learn the coolest things here at the central
Natural Bridge Artisan Festival
Wanted to let everyone know about a festival that the Natural Bridge Park Association is planning for August 23 - 25 at Natural Bridge State Park. There will be arts and crafts
Field Notes: Good for the body and mind
Bluegrass Domestic Violence Program By B We have been weeding a lot and watering the hoop houses. We planted more flowers. All the bee boxes are done and we have
Earthworms and Empires
Heather here. Our June 24th class went extremely well. First we took people through sign-in, dropping off planting records, reminding them to pick up a hand-out on planting dates/time-frame of
The Importance of Staking Plants
Throughout your gardening experience, especially when growing tomatoes it is important to stake them as they extend in length. Staking provides each plant the ability to grow without bending to
Keyhole Gardens
This spring I really enjoyed exploring pinterest and would spend hours browsing the gardening section looking for inspiration, tips on companion planting, trellising and pining pictures of my soon to
Grand Opening of the Farmers Market and special visitors.
Last week was the grand opening of this years Jackson County Farmers Market, located in Annville, KY. We are very excited to have one of our own GA participants selling
