Tips for a successful garden

Vegetable garden with marigolds planted along the border.

Growing a vegetable garden is so rewarding. But gardening isn’t for everyone at every phase of life. I know because I experienced it. When I first tried gardening 20 years, my garden became a joke among people I knew. I barely had time to plant it let alone weed and… Read more“Tips for a successful garden”

Marinated Carrots

Baby carrots marinated in a tangy tomato sauce.

Dress up your carrots with this tangy marinade. An excellent addition to any meal. Can be made the day before. Thank you for subscribing to Homemaking Jewels.

Creamy Coleslaw

Delicious Creamy Coleslaw

This Creamy Coleslaw accompanies many meals easily and is a delicious addition to any picnic or BBQ. INGREDIENTS: 1 bag                          Coleslaw mix Or make your own with: 6 cups                        Shredded cabbage (If you have it, add some red cabbage for color) 1                                  Carrot, grated Dressing 1/2 cup                      Mayonnaise 2 tbsp                       … Read more“Creamy Coleslaw”

Garden Journal May 9, 2019

Vegetable garden with marigolds planted along the border.

On Monday, I planted three short rows of Romaine lettuce since lettuce likes the cool soil. I also planted a couple short rows of beets just to see how they do. We have had beautiful weather on Prince Edward Island this week, but the temperature is still a little cool,… Read more“Garden Journal May 9, 2019”