by B.L. Unkel | Oct 1, 2022 | History
According to my niece, Johnny Appleseed—not George Washington—chopped down the cherry tree so he could plant his apple trees. But did you know during Prohibition the FBI made it their mission to chop down Johnny Appleseed’s apple trees to prevent the production of...
by B.L. Unkel | Jun 4, 2022 | Everything Else
There are interesting plants found all around the world. One such plant, the Hoya, is native to Southeast Asia and Australia. The Name British Botanist, Robert Brown, named the plant genus, Hoya, in honor of his friend and fellow Botanist, the Duke of...
by B.L. Unkel | Feb 26, 2022 | History
How many of you have planted and tended a vegetable garden? It’s a lot of work, but, as I’ve said before, there’s nothing more rewarding (or tastier) than growing and eating your own veggies. Many things go into making your garden successful. It needs good soil;...
