Hello, Spring?


Even though spring officially started a couple of weeks ago, winter keeps popping in and out like a cruel prankster. He teases us by allowing spring to hang around for a few days and then takes her away and gives us a chance of snow for the weekend. It is time for you to travel farther north Mr. Winter! You have over stayed your welcome. I am so very ready for the warmer temperatures and sunny days, but I am mostly ready for gardening! Sadly, my garden will have to wait until the end of the month. I am able to get my gardening fix right in my kitchen though. I have herbs, a small palm, and I even have an avocado plant.  Have you ever heard of plants that will re-grow? Well there are quite a few plants that will and it is so easy, so it is alright if you do not have a green thumb! My favorite to re-grow is green onions. They are so easy! What you do is keep the elastic band that comes around them to keep them in place. Once you have cut them down to the light green/white area, stick them in a little glass and add water! It is that simple! They will start to re-grow with in a day. They usually take about a week or so to grow back to their regular size. You can also do this with romaine lettuce and celery!

As mentioned above, I do have an avocado plant, but it would take years and the right climate for it to become an actual tree. It does make a neat little plant though if you are looking for a fun greenery project. I can not take credit for the one I have. My mom grew it and gave it to me when she came to visit me. There are some great videos on youtube that teach you how to do this.