Lore of the Christmas Rose

COMMON NAME: Christmas Rose GENUS: Helleborus Species, Hybrids, Cultivars: H. niger “Angustifolius”-small flowering, pure white form. H.n. “Praecox”-blooms September-February. H.n. “Major,” H.n. “Multiflorus”-smaller flowers. FAMILY: Ranunculaceae BLOOMS: Winter TYPE: Perennial DESCRIPTION: This plant, which grows to a height of 12 to 8 inches, has interesting evergreen leaves that are slightly toothed and divided into seven … Continue reading Lore of the Christmas Rose

How to Care for a Freshly Cut Christmas Tree

I thought I would share this with those who put up a live Christmas/Yule Tree. Mine is currently sitting in a basin of water leaning against the wall near the front door. As luck would have it I am sure when I get ready to go outside and bring it in it will have leaned … Continue reading How to Care for a Freshly Cut Christmas Tree

Potting Shed: Filling Window Boxes with Christmas Greenery

I’ve been puttering around and gathering greenery to deck the halls and making my way around the Potting Shed. I always look forward to sprucing up the window boxes with greenery for the Christmas and to enjoy through the winter. Fresh greenery gives the window boxes an instant facelift and best of all, it’s free … Continue reading Potting Shed: Filling Window Boxes with Christmas Greenery

Recipe: Sage and Onion Sausage Rolls

If you like sage and onion stuffing with a roast dinner, then you are going to love these sage and onion sausage rolls. Perfect Christmas party bite-sized treats, these Sage and Onion Sausage Rolls are easy to make and gives that extra something to traditional sausage rolls. Ingredients: 450g pork sausagemeat or 6 pork sausages […] … Continue reading Recipe: Sage and Onion Sausage Rolls