Lots to do and see at Ravine Gardens
PALATKA – Lots of exciting events are planned at Ravine Gardens State Park in coming weeks. Ravine Gardens is going to be at the Bartram Frolic on Saturday Sept. 29 in [Read More]
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Lightly trim plumbago after bloom gone
Q. After the flowers die on my plumbago, these sticky things form that I guess are seed pods. Is it advisable to cut them off? A. It is a good idea to lightly cut the [Read More]
Hints on how to sew activewear
Sewing activewear isn’t as easy as it looks unless you know what you are doing. It doesn’t have to be hard, but you need to know a few things. I see lots of people [Read More]
Hard to beat Japanese metal work
In considering the magnificent oeuvre of Peter Carl Fabergé, I may have given the impression that his creations are my favorite goldsmith’s work. In Western Art, that [Read More]
Why isn’t Blazing Star blooming?
Q: This spring I bought a Liatrus or Blazing Star. It was in a two gallon pot. It has not bloomed and no new growth has occurred. What can I do for the plant? A: [Read More]
Hospice and Palliative Care expands into 11 counties in North Central Florida
JACKSONVILLE – A year can make all the difference. In 2017, Community Hospice & Palliative Care expanded to offer 11 new counties in North Central Florida an innovative [Read More]
Fabric prep for cotton and linen
A few weeks ago I wrote about cotton and linen but I would be remiss if I didn’t write about the fabric preparation. Fortunately, most cottons and linens do not require [Read More]
Bailey wins June photo challenge
PALATKA – Congratulations to Jim Bailey, his Rainbow Mushroom won our June’s Photo Challenge sponsored by Ravine Gardens. Submitting an entry to the monthly [Read More]
When do sweet potatoes appear?
Q: I planted sweet potatoes in a 30-gallon pot. It is now growing over everything. When do I get sweet potatoes? A: Sweet potatoes take four to five months from [Read More]
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