Fall 2003

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=150 BGCOLOR="#99FF66" TEXT="#080000" bgproperties="fixed" background="04050961dkfecn.jpg"> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Professional Gardening by Earthenjoy Flo"><U><IMG SRC="05ed9490.png" border=0 width="473" height="73" ALT="Earthenjoy Home" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Verdana" ><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Professional Gardening by Earthenjoy Flo"><U>Home</U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="services.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Gardening Services"><U>Gardening Services</U></A><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Symbol" >   ·   </FONT><A HREF="newsletter.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Quarterly Newsletter"><U>Quarterly Newsletter</U></A><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Symbol" >   ·   </FONT><A HREF="showcase.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Garden Showcase"><U>Garden Showcase</U></A><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Symbol" >   ·   </FONT><A HREF="about.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About Earthenjoy"><U>About Earthenjoy</U></A><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Symbol" >   ·   </FONT><A HREF="contact.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Contact Earthenjoy"><U>Contact Earthenjoy</U></A></div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=190 BGCOLOR="#99FF66" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <B>In This Issue:</B></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#the_approach_of_harvest" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>The Approach of Harvest</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#new_service___leaf_mulching" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>New Service - Leaf Mulching</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#pumpkin_helps___hints" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>Pumpkin Helps & Hints</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#a_garden_harvest_of_daily_living" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>A Garden Harvest for Daily Living</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#fire_up_the_barbie" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>Fire up the Barbie!</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#the_top_12_grilled_veggies_list" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>The Top 12 Grilled Veggies List</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#mah_valous_vegetable_marinate" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>"Mah-valous" Vegetable Marinate</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#profusion_of_blooms___pincushion_flower" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>Profusion of Blooms: Pincushion Flower</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="newsletter7c_m.htm#have_you_seen_it_yet_" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Fall 2003"><U>Have you seen it yet?</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="rose_campion.htm" target="TRLX_Middle" TARGET="_top" TITLE="rose_campion.htm" target="TRLX_Middle"><U><B><IMG SRC="0fe96c70.jpg" border=0 width="150" height="199" ALT="Rose Campion, Blue Salvia and Common Sun Drops." 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"Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower" wrote Albert Camus the French writer & philosopher. A piece of timeless literature indeed. This fall, as we enjoy the spectacular show of color, know that this process is necessary to the trees as they prepare themselves for the coming winter.</div> <bR> <div> I have lots of goodies for you this quarter, a new service, pumpkin carving helps and hints, a section all about grilling that has recipes too, and a look at the perennial pincushion flower. Since you're here, it would be a shame if you left without visiting our <A HREF="showcase.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Garden Showcase"><U>garden showcase</U></A>. You might see your garden or seasonal display! If you go there, be sure to send us an e-mail with comments about the site.</div> <bR> <div> <I>Happy Harvesting!!</I></div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="new_service___leaf_mulching"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="2932c380.gif" border=0 width="300" height="56" ALT="New Service" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="2942c330.gif" border=0 width="300" height="51" ALT="Leaf Mulching." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B>FALL CLEAN-UP JUST GOT BETTER!</B></div> <bR> <div> Our new vacuum/shredder/blower makes those leaves disappear! It gives a cleaner job than raking, or mower mulching and does it in less time!</div> <bR> <div> It's also good for your soil & the environment because shredded leaves make excellent MULCH & COMPOST!</div> <bR> <div> This machine shreds leaf material so fine that it will completely decompose over winter creating a nutrient rich humus your plants are sure to enjoy. In spring, you'll never know it was there...but your soil will and reward you with more flowers and healthier plants!</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="pumpkin_helps___hints"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="3a1967c0.gif" border=0 width="150" height="124" ALT="Pumpkin clipart." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="3b596960.gif" border=0 width="150" height="150" ALT="Pumpkin Helps & Hints." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> It wouldn't be fall without a carved pumpkin on the front porch, but the joy can be fleeting because jack-o'-lanterns often rot quickly. Here's some tips to extend the life of your creepy creation.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">When selecting your pumpkin, steer clear of any with blemishes or soft spots.  Also be sure to choose one with a stem; stemless pumpkins collect water on top.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Remove bacteria from the surface of   pumpkin before carving it by wiping it with a household disinfectant or diluted bleach solution (a quarter cup in a gallon of water).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Once you're done carving, lightly spread petroleum jelly over any cut surfaces.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Keep the jack-o'-lantern in a cool and dry place, preferably shaded during the day. If the temperatures are really warm, you may want to refrigerate it at night.<IMG SRC="3a9bfbb0.gif" border=0 width="191" height="187" ALT="Clipart of a family carving a pumpkin." ALIGN="RIGHT" HSPACE="5" VSPACE="5"></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You can restore a shriveled pumpkin, try soaking it in water overnight.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">On a safety note, it is best to using a big knife for the carving, because the pumpkin rind is so tough. Try a pumpkin-carving kit, which contains a not-too-sharp serrated knife, or if you have an X-Acto knife, you can buy a serrated blade for it.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="a_garden_harvest_of_daily_living"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="2952c6b0.gif" border=0 width="300" height="107" ALT="A Garden Harvest for Daily Living." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="25b4b680.gif" border=0 width="75" height="104" ALT="Clipart of cartoon peapod with smiling face." ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="5" VSPACE="5"></div> <div> Plant three rows of peas...</div> <div> Peas of mind.</div> <div> Peas of heart.</div> <div> Peas of soul.</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="3a74b3d0.gif" border=0 width="75" height="61" ALT="Clipart of squash." ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="5" VSPACE="5"></div> <div> Plant four rows of squash...</div> <div> Squash gossip.</div> <div> Squash indifference.</div> <div> Squash grumbling.</div> <div> Squash selfishness.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="29764570.gif" border=0 width="100" height="87" ALT="Clipart of a head of lettuce with a smiling face." ALIGN="LEFT" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Plant four rows of lettuce...</div> <div> Lettuce be faithful.</div> <div> Lettuce be kind.</div> <div> Lettuce be happy.</div> <div> Lettuce really love one another.</div> <bR> <div> No garden should be without turnips...</div> <div> Turnip for service when needed.</div> <div> Turnip to help one another.</div> <div> Turnip the music and dance.</div> <bR> <div> A garden's the best place</div> <div> to spend our thyme...</div> <div> Thyme for fun.</div> <div> Thyme for rest.</div> <div> Thyme for ourselves.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="3a8969d0.gif" border=0 width="150" height="157" ALT="Clipart of a cornucopia." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Water freely with patience</div> <div> and cultivate with love.</div> <bR> <div> Let there be much fruit in your garden.</div> <div> Remember, you reap what you sow.</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="fire_up_the_barbie"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="29b20320.gif" border=0 width="288" height="50" ALT="Fire up the Barbie." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <IMG SRC="29c329a0.gif" border=0 width="50" height="154" ALT="Clipart of a spatula." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="10" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="3ac96a70.gif" border=0 width="150" height="167" ALT="Clipart of a man cooking food on a grill." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="10" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="29f329a0.gif" border=0 width="50" height="154" ALT="Clipart of a spatula." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="10" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> Summer's fading fast so fire up that grill (if you haven't been using it all season) and cook up those fall harvested veggies! Since men are the masters when it comes to this task, ladies sit back and let them do the cookin'. The recipe below is for inspiration, however, if you have a favorite by all means use that and enjoy!</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="the_top_12_grilled_veggies_list"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <IMG SRC="3b042640.gif" border=0 width="322" height="100" ALT="The Top 12 Grilled Veggies List." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Everybody has roasted corn on the grill, but have you ever thought about trying something else? This list of 12 might help you expand your tastebud horizons. Most only need a little olive-oil baste or to be dipped in an oil-based marinade to grill perfectly.</div> <bR> <div> Delicious Dozen</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Asparagus (first snap off  tough bottoms; blanch slightly before grilling).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Beets (precook and cool; grill small ones whole; cut large ones in half).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Eggplants (cut small ones in half; cut larger ones into slices).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Garlic Cloves (skewer with skin on, keep well basted; don't overcook).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Green Onions (trim greens back)         Leeks (clean and cut in half).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Mushrooms (Portobello, button or crimini).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Onions (cut in quarters and skewer through the layers).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Peppers (cut in strips or skewer in quarters; grill jalapenos whole for a fiery treat).</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Potatoes (leave skin on and microwave till 1/2 done-3 to 4 minutes depending on size. Don't overcook, they'll crumble. When cool enough to handle, slice lengthwise, or quarter. On the grill, baste with oil or barbecue sauce, turn when each side is brown and crispy. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800660000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Shallots (skewer or bake whole).</div> <div> Zucchini or other summer squash (grill all baby-sized squash whole; cut tender larger sized squash into strips or chunks before grilling).</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="mah_valous_vegetable_marinate"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="2a092640.gif" border=0 width="402" height="100" ALT="Marvelous Vegetable Marinate." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="2a1c8960.gif" border=0 width="200" height="150" ALT="Clipart of skewered vegetables on a grill." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> 2/3 cup vinegar</div> <div> 1 Tablespoon lemon juice</div> <div> 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard</div> <div> 1 Tablespoon olive oil</div> <div> 1/4 teaspoon each salt & pepper</div> <div> 4 minced garlic cloves</div> <bR> <div> Mix all ingredients in a ziplock bag with cut up veggies. Let marinate 1/2 hour. Grill veggies till tender. Heat left over marinate and pour over veggies when you serve them.</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="profusion_of_blooms___pincushion_flower"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="2a367640.gif" border=0 width="359" height="100" ALT="Profusion of Blooms: Pincushion Flower." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="2a496d40.gif" border=0 width="150" height="212" ALT="Clipart of a butterfly sitting on a flower." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Scabiosa, or "pincushion flower" is a hard working perennial that doesn't ask for much in return. All they need is sunshine, fairly decent soil and to be deadheaded so they can keep on going. Put them in a garden with compost or other organic matter and they'll really put on a show! The plant got it's common name "pincushion flower" from the pom-pom-shaped flower heads that kinda resemble a pincushion. They are easily propagated by dividing in spring or letting them re-seed.</div> <bR> <div> There are 3 varieties commonly available at area nurseries. They include, 'Pink Mist' (pink), 'Alba' (white) and 'Butterfly Blue' (lavender blue). The 'Butterfly Blue' and 'Pink Mist' are the most popular, blooming from spring till frost. Another fine feature that makes it a "must have perennial" is the fact that they also attract butterflies. For a butterfly attracting and eye catching blue garden, combine the 'Butterfly Blue' variety with anise hyssop, 'Nanho Blue' butterfly bush and 'May Night' salvia. You could even add some orange butterfly weed for a shocking blast of extra color.</div> <bR> <div> The pincushion flower has many garden uses. You can plant it in containers or at the front of a mixed border. They can also be used as an accent plant in rock gardens.</div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="have_you_seen_it_yet_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="3b396850.gif" border=0 width="150" height="133" ALT="Clipart of an eye." ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="3b461320.gif" border=0 width="353" height="50" ALT="Have you seen it yet?" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Have you seen your garden or seasonal display on our Earthenjoy website? If not please feel free to go and <A HREF="showcase.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Garden Showcase"><U>check it out</U></A>. You'll also find a complete list of our services, a showcase of current projects and lots of flower "head shots".</div> <bR> <div> Your garden could be next to be seen on our site!</div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> Earthenjoy FlowerScaping L.L.C.  ©2003</div> </td> </tr></table></body>