This is the second growing season for my three rhubarb plants. I harvested a few stalks this season and I am hoping that next year will be an abundant harvest. I picked up several bunches at the farmers' market and froze some of it. The rest has been used in treats! Here are the rhubarb plants as they started poking through this year.
We purchased some strawberry plants this year from the store which were basically roots in some sawdust. I was so excited to plant them in my hanging planter early this year! My excitment was quickly squashed by the lack of green leaves. Out of 10 plants, one has survived. I purchased more at the farmers' market in town and they are growing wonderfully. We have eaten about three strawberries and the rest of have been gobbled up by the birds, chipmunks, and maybe even my garden-loving dog! Oh well! Back to buying produce from a more experienced farmer.
This is one of my favorite memories of childhood breakfasts. My mom would cook up strawberries and rhubarb to make an excellent topping for cereal. Quaker Oat Squares complement the flavors well. I found some cereal at the discount grocery store a few months ago for $1.28 a box! Such a great deal!
Last week I put up some strawberry rhubarb jam and this morning enjoyed a smoothie with a few of our own stalks. My husband actually enjoyed the jam despite his dislike of the veggie!
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