Do you know what an edible landscape is? In short, your garden/landscape will taste as good as it looks! Here in Virginia, we have a wonderful nursery, Edible Landscapes, in Afton, Virginia which specializes in fruit & nut trees, berries, fruits, vegetables that can be grown in Virginia. Do you love kiwi? Did you know that it can be grown in Zone 7 (Richmond) on an arbor or pergola? You will need a male and a female plant and a strong pergola on which to grow the kiwi vine.
Above is a photo of my own edible landscape. Would you ever know that mixed in with Shasta Daisies, gardenias, pentas, salvia and pineapple sage are bush green beans, lettuces, bell peppers, squash and tomatoes. We have, as well, a number of herbs--parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, Greek oregano and basil. How delightful and nutritious to walk right outside my backdoor and have my evening meal at my fingertips. Organic, zero food miles, and scrumptous....from garden to table in less than a half hour!
In April, I will be attending a three day workshop in Asheville, NC by John Jeavons on biointensive gardening...getting the most vegetable production out of the smallest space in your garden. Stay tuned for continuing education on this. Do you need help with your own garden and want beautiful flowers as well as delicious vegetables? If yes, please give us a call. Bloomin'
Gardens, Inc. would love to help you!
For more information nationally, Rosalind Creasy is the long time guru of Edible Landscaping. I heard her speak at a small seminar in Sacramento a few months ago. Inspiring, healthy, sustainable!
Get out and Garden! Katherine :)
psssttt....after gardening on a hot day, there's our outdoor cedar shingled shower next to the garden and back door. (see photo above) Have you ever thought of having an outdoor shower?
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