A nice garden always pleases the senses. It takes a little time and effort, with some green thumb smarts. We know that they need sufficient water to stay healthy, especially in hot months. It's easy to turn on the sprinkler and let nature take it's course. Unfortunately, much of it evaporates or is swept away by wind before it reaches the roots, where moisture is needed. Not to mention the....

My summer hobby is tomato growing. I cater to thier needs and check them often until I find the ones that are just perfectly ripe. Just so, that they are both sweet with a bit of acid. Some are eaten that day as slices on the plate, others may be canned or even sun dried and then stored in a clay covered pot with basil and olive oil for future soups and such. My tomatoes are the very best and....