Month: January 2017

  • Propagating Rose of Sharon a How To

    Propagating Rose of Sharon a How To

    This post is about Propagating Rose of Sharon.  Here we go over some basics of Rose of Sharon and how to propagate this edible plant. Plant Basics Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is also known as Althaea, Shrub Althea, and Hardy Hibiscus. The shrub has a tight, upright vase-shaped form, reaching 7–13ft in height and…

  • Preparing Elderberries for Recipes A How To

    Preparing Elderberries for Recipes A How To

    This post is about Preparing Elderberries for Recipes.  I originally harvested them and just tossed them in the freezer for future processing.  That future processing is what we will cover today. Timeline I harvested my elderberries on September first.  I left them on the stem, removed any bugs I found, washed them, put them in…