Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Oakland Tour: 1st House

My friends and I loved Havenscourt Homestead, Kitty Sharkey's mini farm with creatively presented (and perfectly manicured) edibles.  But what really stole the show is the adorable gaggle of animals. Goats, Chickens, Rabbits, and Birds, all meticulously cared for and loved.

What's most amazing about Kitty is not just that she's built a community around her super-fun back yard (neighbors can't help but visit) but that she's politically involved and serves as a leader and excellent example in animal care. Kitty's in her element sharing her beautiful creations and creatures.

































Thursday, September 15, 2011

My Back Yard Garden Tour

Rose Scented Geraniums(starters)





Cabbage

African Daisies

No clue what this is called only that it grows fast & yellow flowers spike out in the summer

I love the way marigolds smell
Haven't had any luck growing marigolds from seed...yet.




This was my favorite birthday gift from last year, LEMONGRASS!!

My biggest tomato plant

Peppers of a few ilks (hot & green)

My favorite of all my plants, easy to care for but the shape is so pretty!

A mini & mobile work station

My pretty walk at Lake Chebot