There is nothing more satisfying than growing and preparing your own food. I am an Oregonian transplanted to Austin, Texas. I can garden year round here; of course, this also means I am pulling weeds every day. I practice organic gardening principles and enjoy the challenge of outsmarting garden pests. Occasionally I lose these battles, but I don't mind sharing a good meal.
A friend of mine, who grew up in this area, said when she was little, her mom had this in front of the house, HUGE plants, and they would squeeze the almost open blooms to hear them pop, like a fire cracker. This are not hardy in my part of Texas, but I do love seeing them...and yes...popping them.
Happy 4th of July!
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ReplyDeleteA friend of mine, who grew up in this area, said when she was little, her mom had this in front of the house, HUGE plants, and they would squeeze the almost open blooms to hear them pop, like a fire cracker. This are not hardy in my part of Texas, but I do love seeing them...and yes...popping them.
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Carla, you made me go outside and pop some blooms. Great fun!
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