Better butter storage, and other tips from Martha - Seattle Times

Q: I received a beautiful, handmade French butter keeper as a gift, but I'm not sure how it's used. Are you familiar with this type of dish? A: Many people like to leave butter at room temperature because it's easier to spread. A French butter keeper ...

Sharon Hull, This Week in the Garden: Time to set fall vegetable seeds - Santa Cruz Sentinel

Days are getting noticeably shorter, making us aware that autumn is just around the corner. For vegetable gardeners, it is time to put in cool-season vegetables for winter harvest. Our mild-winter climate ensures that gardening can be an all-year ...

There's a new garden retreat in town - State Journal-Register

A new garden is growing at Ronald McDonald House to bring cheer to the guests. The garden is a peaceful place for guests to relax after a long day at the hospital. It was named the Healing Garden because, for director Bob Witter, it just made sense ...

"Television Under the Swastika" on DVD - Salon

As the gardening show begins, Erich peeks over the back fence and says, "You've finally come to visit my garden, Rudolph!" Cheerfully dismounting his bike, Rudy responds, "Yes, I'm here. Heil Hitler!" Welcome to the forgotten Nazi pre-history of ...

Great tips for keeping color in your garden all season long - Appalachian News-Express

As the crisp fall air ushers in a new season, many gardeners may be left wondering: What now? Garden experts agree that one of the #1 tricks of a great garden is to plant in fall. Following are some quick tips on keeping your garden looking healthy ...