ornamental herbs

Dew of the Sea

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I went to Chincoteague Island, Virginia, last week to relax for a few days and see the wild horses made famous in author Marguerite Henry’s 1947 book Misty of Chincoteague. I caught sight of some of the horses, along with a wide variety of shore birds, wildflowers and gorgeous ocean scenery. It was inspiring and … Read more

Oregano Beauty

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I love oregano—on pizza, in cooked dishes, in salads and in my garden.  In the past I have grown pots of common oregano or Origanum vulgare ssp, hirtum to provide myself with ample quantities to dry for winter cooking.  This year I will do that once again.  The flavor of home grown dried oregano is … Read more