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Okra
We are presently in that ‘in between time’ in the garden whereby some of the plots have been cleared out for the next planting; some are holding on to the last vestiges of the first crops. Progressively over the month of August, all the plots will be cleared and the Fall crop will be planted for those plots growing vegetables.
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Flowers/shrubs
We still have a number of flowering plants that catch the attention of insects and butterflies passing overhead. It’s great to simply sit on the nearby picnic table and quietly contemplate under the shade of the magnolia tree, disturbed by nothing more than the flash of color of a butterfly.
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Olive Tree
On the west side of the garden area, we have planted two Arbequina olive trees as we look to create a space for common plants and trees between Florida and the Middle East. Look for scriptural references in the near future linking the flora with the Bible. Better still, bring your suggestions of scripture that might be distributed around the garden space that would add to the ambience, as well as the edification of those who walk and work there.
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