From time to time, I receive a surplus of chives from friends and neighbors. I also, from time to time, crave chive kim chee. It’s the ultimate in local smelly fermented food….
August 10, 2016: early release day at Niu Valley Middle School
I didn’t get notification other than from my child, but here’s the official notice: Early Release Day, Aug 10, 2016
Neighborhood Board Elimination Proposal: does it spell the end for citizen democracy on Oahu?
Neighborhood Boards are for busybodies, whiners, and otherwise unstable people. It’s a commonly held notion, given Proposal #30 made by a private citizen on October 22, 2015. Sadly, a small part of me…
Hawaii Kai Goodwill Donation Shack Gone
The Hawaii Kai Goodwill donation shack has been removed from the Park and Ride near the Dog Park. I spoke to Goodwill, and there is no intent to bring it back. It…
Desert Rose, Solid Pink
Desert Rose, Pink solid Desert Rose, also known as adenium, is an ornamental with a variety of blooms. (image color is close to the one brought in as a sample with the…
Garlic, Society Garlic (like chives)
Garlic, Society Garlic (like chives) This plant is often confused with chives because it looks similar and can be used in the place of it. Originating from South Africa, the plant is…
Lemongrass
Lemongrass Lemongrass is a tropical herb used in Asian cooking, as well as in teas, sauces, and soups. In the garden, lemongrass forms a tall, grassy clump 3 to 6 feet tall….
Oregano, Cuban
Oregano (Cuban) Cuban oregano, a succulent herb, is native to India and not a “true oregano.” However, it can be used in place of oregano in cooking and is a hardy plant…
Oregano, Traditional
Oregano (traditional) Traditional oregano, a perennial herb, is native to temperate western and southwestern Eurasia and the Mediterranean region. It likes moist well-drained soil and thrives in partial shade. Oregano makes a…