Author: Former Members

Our first new logo item is this wonderful high quality three pocketed bib apron with adjustable neck.  Bright red fabric made by Fame is known for its durability and ease of washing.  The logo is embroidered in black.  You can customize your apron more by adding your name.  You will be easy to  identify as a Gwinnett Master Gardener at any Master Gardener event – it could be an Ask the Master Gardener clinic or helping out at one of our fundraisers, such as the Plant Sale or Garden Tour. Of course, you can also wear your apron in the garden where it will hold some tools, pens/pencils, tags and plastic ties. The aprons will sell for $19 with the embroidered logo.  Extra large size available for $4 more.  Your name is an additional $6. Perhaps one for events and one to work in!  Think about ordering some for friends…

Ingredients: White wine vinegar Chive flowers removed from stalks Wash flowers, spin or shake off excess water and let dry outside for about an hour (on top of the refrigerator will also work if it is cold or rainy outside).  Water on the flowers will cloud the vinegar so take time to make sure they are perfectly dry. Stuff flowers in a clean canning jar and pour in boiling vinegar to cover.  You may have to use a spoon to push the flowers down as they float to the top.  Secure the lid while the vinegar is still hot. Place the jar in a dark, cool place, like in a pantry, for at least two weeks.  Strain the flowers out using several layers of muslin cloth.  Be sure to get all the flower pieces out. Use on salads, as a marinade or anywhere you would use flavored vinegar. Related Images:

Our gardens are full of flowers that are bursting with color, interesting shapes and fragrances.  But, some of them may actually also be edible.  See the 10 Commandments of Edible Flowers below and check the list to see if you have any edible flowers growing in your yard. THE 10 COMMANDMENTS OF EDIBLE FLOWERS 1. Eat only those flowers you can positively identify as safe and edible. Learn the Latin or botanical names, which are universally accepted (common names may vary from region to region). 2. Do not assume that restaurants and caterers always know which flowers are edible. Just because it is on your plate does not mean it is edible (see Rule #1). 3. Eat only those flowers that have been grown organically. 4. Do not eat flowers from florists, nurseries, garden centers or public gardens (see Rule #3). 5. Do not eat flowers if you have hay…