June known for lavender fields forever
June and early summer are peak season for lavender, when fields of purple blooms begin to flower across much of the region. On Maryland’s Eastern Shore, lavender reaches its most vibrant stage from early June through July, drawing visitors to farms for festivals and...
Get a surprisingly big harvest from a windowsill or balcony garden
Short on space? Consider microgardening. Although the term might conjure thoughts of minuscule garden gnomes and fairies, the reality is quite the opposite. You can get a surprisingly high yield from a small space, even a windowsill or balcony, if you plant it right....
NGC Standard Flower Show on June 18
The Eastern Shore has an abundance of active National Garden Clubs, and on June 18, they’ll team up to showcase the best of the best in a NGC Standard Flower Show. The show will be held at the Packing House in Cambridge, the building being a project in itself to see,...
Keep cool and keep it simple
Ahh, sweet summertime. The season of flip-flops, dripping ice cream cones, late sunsets, and somehow always needing one more beach towel. Even with the heat, humidity, mosquitoes, and sky-high electric bills, summer still manages to feel like a collective exhale. And...
Hello to sunshine and garden time
Summer’s knocking at our door, and it’s prime planting season! This month we’re talking about taking care of yourself in the garden, using edible flowers in the kitchen, and getting the most from your vegetables and fruit this year. Plus we’ll discuss some season...
Oak Leaf Hydrangea is ideal for region
Oakleaf Hydrangeas are beautiful native shrubs that thrive in full sun to part shade and rich, slightly acidic, moist but well drained soils found in many Mid-Shore gardens. There are some varieties that can grow up to 10-12 feet tall to form wonderful summer privacy...
Summer flea markets: History and offerings
(Editor’s note: DeeDee Wood is the owner of Black Cat Curiosities, an online antiques research and sales venue.) June is here, and that kicks off the prime summer flea market season. Roadside stands, dusty remote barns, city lots and tents of treasures, flea markets...
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