Ruth

With a love of growing, history, and family woven throughout all that she does, Ruth shares her knowledge through courses, books, social media, and in-person talks. She grew up on the Delaware farm, earned her M.A. in History from the University of Delaware, worked and lived in various parts of the country, and then Ruth came back to run the farm in 1996. Her days are filled with plants, flowers, family, and community.

3 Tips for Success with Basil

How does basil grow? Hot, dry, and a little pampered!

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Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi…what? I was introduced to this alien looking vegetable about 20 years ago. I had to think long and hard…

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Fruit Divine: PERSIMMONS

I have taken the last of the persimmons in to my mother to be turned into persimmon bread. We had a fresh batch of persimmon jam made. And you (and

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December—An End and a Beginning

December is the month of dwindling daylight. I understand why so many animals hibernate or semi-hibernate. It feels as if everything is coming to an end.

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