Category: Holiday

Foraging for Winter Decorations

Nov 15, 2021 | Holiday, In the Garden

Fresh foraged material adds a special touch to any entry, table-scape, or staircase during the holidays. Greenery Backyard greenery like boxwood, holly, juniper, cypress, magnolia, nandina,...

Caffeine

Jun 14, 2021 | Food, Holiday

Learn about caffeine with practical tips and information.

Holiday Table Centerpiece

Dec 15, 2020 | Holiday, In the Garden, Indoor Plants

This year, more than ever, holiday traditions are important. One of my favorite traditions is making a centerpiece for my dining room table. Usually, this is a project I share with my grandchildren...

How to Sneak in Exercise During the Holidays

Nov 24, 2020 | Health, Holiday, In the Garden

The holiday season brings joy and yes—many big meals, desserts, busy schedules, and stressful planning. As we move into this season, it is easy to fall off our exercise routine. During the holidays,...

Preparing Food for a Crowd

May 15, 2020 | Food, Fruits & Vegetables, Holiday, Preservation, Safe Handling

Plan and prepare food safely when cooking for a crowd.

Food Safety Pitfalls at Thanksgiving & Beyond

Apr 20, 2020 | Food, Health, Holiday, Safe Handling

Avoid food safety pitfalls during Thanksgiving and year-end celebrations.

Caring for Your Poinsettia during the Holidays

Dec 9, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden, Indoor Plants

Nothing says Christmas more than a poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Did you know that December 12th is known as National Poinsettia Day? Plant breeders have developed a wide range of colors in...

How to Make a Boxwood Kissing Ball for the Holidays

Dec 2, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden

Did you know that the tradition of making and hanging a kissing ball dates back to the early Middle Ages? During that time, people used apples or potatoes as a base to create a ball-shaped...

Pecan Topped Pumpkin Bread

Nov 25, 2019 | Food, Holiday, Tasty Bites

Discover helpful insights on pecan topped pumpkin bread for cooking, preserving, or celebrating.

Healthy Tip – Do You Know How to Cook a Turkey?

Nov 21, 2019 | Holiday, Tasty Bites

Discover helpful insights on healthy tip – do you know how to cook a turkey? for cooking, preserving, or celebrating.

Selecting a Christmas Tree

Nov 21, 2019 | Holiday, Indoor Plants

Explore tips for selecting, caring for, and setting up your Christmas tree to ensure it lasts throughout the holidays.

Japanese Camellias

Jan 10, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden

Japanese camellias (Camellia japonica) are one of the most recognized evergreen shrubs planted in Southern gardens. As the common name implies, these beauties are native to the Orient. The first...