Tag Archives: Potager

Growing Zinnias (Zinnia elegans)

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Jay White

My mother  is convinced that I would not have had a little sister if it weren’t for zinnias.  Now before your mind goes wandering to some hot and steamy romantic place that it shouldn’t, let me explain that my little sister was adopted.  … Continue reading →

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See MOH on TV This Weekend!

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Jay White

Nine months ago, the folks at KLRU’s Central Texas Gardener (CTG) came and filmed my potager for an upcoming fall gardening segment on CTG. Well, that “upcoming time” is finally here!  I am so excited to have this opportunity and I … Continue reading →

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2012 Fall Gardening Tips

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Jay White

August 1 is the official kick off date for fall gardening in my part of Texas.  In reality, I actually start working on my fall garden around the middle of July.  Like most of us in zones 7-9, my tomatoes … Continue reading →

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Red and Yellow Kill A Fellow

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Jay White

Yesterday was a very sad day for me.  You see, I lost the best gardening partner I have ever had; my wife.  Now before you get all teary eyed, realize that she did not die.  No, Sally is still very much … Continue reading →

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Borage (Borago officinalis)

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Jay White

When I select plants for the potager, I select on two criteria; form and function.  In my row garden, plants are always selected for function.    I grow food in those beds and I plant what I like to eat.  If … Continue reading →

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Growing Poppies

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Jay White

(WARNING!  An extremely long and nostalgic post lies ahead.  If you don’t want to hear why poppies, and the British, really matter to this veteran then skip ahead to the growing section) I am very proud to be a veteran … Continue reading →

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Mutant Bluebonnet-Fasciation

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Jay White

Below you will find a picture of the most incredible and unusual bluebonnet that I have ever seen.  My best friend, Johnny Pickle, found this on his place just outside of Bellville,Texas.  It is the most unusual plant thing I … Continue reading →

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