Monthly Archives: November 2017

Was it sweet potato or pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving?

Posted on November 28, 2017 by tedmanzer

People line up on both sides. In this locale more folks probably favor sweet potato over pumpkin, but you can’t go wrong with either. I laugh when I hear people argue over it. To be honest, if spiced the same … Continue reading →

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Carob makes a great substitute for chocoholics

Posted on November 22, 2017 by tedmanzer

Nearly 40 years ago I began experimenting with carob. My reasoning wasn’t that it might be more nutritious. I didn’t even care that it contained no fat or caffeine. It was cheaper and I didn’t waste money. I’ve always liked … Continue reading →

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Clear-cutting is an important strategy for forestry management

Posted on November 7, 2017 by tedmanzer

It seems most folks are put off by clearcutting. Their emotions tell them that what may look unsightly is also unhealthy. In some cases they might be right, but there are reasons some places are harvested that way. The species … Continue reading →

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Ragweed can be more than a fall problem

Posted on November 5, 2017 by tedmanzer

A few days ago I overheard someone complaining about goldenrod causing her allergies. I wanted to say something but felt it was prudent to keep my mouth shut. Uninvited conversations seldom end well. The truth is that goldenrod has very … Continue reading →

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Field bindweed and morning glory are pretty weeds that destroy ecosystems

Posted on November 5, 2017 by tedmanzer

Both have beautiful petunia-like flowers. Both are aggressive vines. Both are in the sweet potato family. Both are a menace in crop fields, and both invade non-crop areas. Field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) is perennial and morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea and … Continue reading →

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