Archive for September 20th, 2011

What To Do With All Those Zukes

Posted in Gardening Tips on September 20th, 2011 by Sonia Uyterhoeven – Be the first to comment

Gad Zukes!At this time of year we are confronted with a surfeit of zucchini. The deluge begins in July increases momentum in August, and by September we’re all exhausted by this prolific vegetable.

But make no mistake: Zucchinis are great. They make the beginner gardener feel like a veteran grower. They grow as soon as you turn your back on them, maturing sometimes in just days after flowering.

Share your tips for dealing with a zucchini glut below!

Morning Eye Candy: Hornbeam Bonsai

Posted in Photography on September 20th, 2011 by Ann Rafalko – Be the first to comment

Carpinus turczaninovii. Approximately 20-40 years old, and 18 years in training in the Yos ue Style (forest). This beautiful bonsai is exhibited by Jerome Rocherolle.

Hornbeam bonsai Carpinus turczaninovii

Hornbeam bonsai Carpinus turczaninovii (photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)

Head below to learn more about how to see this beautiful bonsai.