Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmDehydrated vs. Freeze-Dried Foods: A Guide to Safe and Effective Food PreservationPreserving food through dehydration and freeze-drying is a popular practice for extending the shelf life of various foods while maintaining…May 10May 10
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmRhubarb, Rheum rhabarbarum: A Tart Treasure in the GardenIntroduction: Rhubarb, scientifically known as Rheum rhabarbarum, was a highlight at the Colorado Master Gardener Seed Social, attracting…Mar 10Mar 10
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmPenstemon Grandiflorus, aka Beardstongue: A Showstopper in the Native GardenIntroduction: Penstemon Grandiflorus, commonly known as Beardstongue, was a standout at the Colorado Master Gardener Seed Social…Feb 25Feb 25
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmCommon Yarrow, Achillea millefolium: A Hardy Perennial with Healing PowersIntroduction: Common Yarrow, scientifically known as Achillea millefolium, was among the notable plants at the Colorado Master Gardener…Feb 17Feb 17
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmKey Considerations for Soil Amendment in Colorado Zone 5bSoil Texture and Composition: Colorado soils are often highly alkaline, with a pH value that can be higher than most plants tolerate.Sandy…Feb 9Feb 9
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmPurple Prairie Clover, Dalea purpurea: A Colorful Native with Ecological BenefitsIntroduction: Purple Prairie Clover, scientifically known as Dalea purpurea, was one of the highlights at the Colorado Master Gardener Seed…Feb 7Feb 7
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmLeek, Allium ampeloprasum: A Flavorful and Nutritious Addition to Your GardenIntroduction: Leek, scientifically known as Allium ampeloprasum, is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that received much attention at…Feb 2Feb 2
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmBlue Flax, Linum lewisii: A Delicate Dance of Color in Rocky Mountain LandscapesIntroduction: Blue Flax, scientifically known as Linum lewisii, is a perennial wildflower that graced the recent Colorado Master Gardener…Feb 1Feb 1
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmBlanket Flower, Gaillardia: A Burst of Color in the Western GardenIntroduction: Blanket Flower, scientifically known as Gaillardia, is a vibrant and hardy perennial that was a standout at the recent…Jan 31Jan 31
Alessandra DesiderioinDelaware Crossing FarmFernbush, Chamaebatiaria millefolium: A Hardy and Aromatic Addition to Rocky Mountain GardensIntroduction: Fernbush, scientifically known as Chamaebatiaria millefolium, is a native shrub to the Rocky Mountain region and was featured…Jan 30Jan 30