Bugs and Birds, Bunnies and Squirrels, Bees and Butterflies
What Gardening Taught Me to Notice Lately, I have been paying closer attention to what’s happening in my backyard meadow as it grows taller and puts out more
Flavor That Lasts
Flavor That Lasts We have been a busy group since our last blog. The ups and down of the wet weather have been a challenge with new pests and diseases
Turn To The Sunlight
Spring is arriving, and with it comes a new season of growth for our family gardening community. This year, our group is putting an even stronger focus on developing our
Fresh, Local, Growing
Fresh, Local, and GrowingFall is on his way to Eastern Kentucky! Leaves are turning, buckeyes and walnuts are falling, the deer are starting to travel and have all lost their
The Secret Behind Our Missing Red Tomatoes
In the LPH Community Gardens, one thing is certain every summer. We grow a lot of tomatoes. From the big, sturdy beefsteaks to clusters of cherry tomatoes, the vines
Preserving the Harvest
Last week, our commercial kitchen in The Sanctuary was abuzz with the sounds of slicing, stirring, and storytelling as neighbors gathered for a hands-on workshop on food preservation. Led
Ushering In Fall
The Summer season is ushering in fall as we prep for winter and renewal while looking back on all that we accomplished this season. What a season it has been
Growing with Grow Your Own
Developing new gardening skills and knowledge through Grow Your Own has been such a highlight of my year. I originally started my grow your own journey by myself, but my
Embracing the Bountiful Harvest and Sustainable Food Preservation in Eastern Kentucky
Embracing the Bountiful Harvest and Sustainable Food Preservation in Eastern Kentucky In the hills of Eastern Kentucky, a new wave of farmer families is emerging, along with a sustainable approach
In the Garden with Laura at Stoney Ridge Farm & Retreat
May 1, 2023 marked my one year anniversary of living in Tazewell, VA. We moved here from Charleston, SC, and bought a 185 acre farm
