Tag Archives: strawberries

The first taste of summer!

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Barton Farms and Gardens

Even though summer doesn’t technically start until June 21 many people mark the start of summer with Memorial Day Weekend. I do start to feel summery around then but the real mark of summer, for me anyways, is the arrival … Continue reading →

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Strawberries!!

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Barton Farms and Gardens

THE STRAWBERRIES ARE HERE! Yesterday Ellie and I ran up to Walnut Drive Gardens and snagged 8 quarts of pre-picked berries.  Pre-picked you ask. What the heck? Yea, well a one-month old makes the rules these days and she wasn’t too interested … Continue reading →

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A little of this. A little of that.

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Barton Farms and Gardens

I just realized I haven’t blogged in a while. Here is what I’ve been up to (in a nutshell). The fruit season is coming to an end here in Northeastern Ohio. You can still find some red raspberries and maybe … Continue reading →

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Berry Bonanza!

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Barton Farms and Gardens

Thursday nights I usually hit up the Highland Square Farmers’ Market since it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump from my day job. I also attend because one of my favorite fruit farms has a stand there – Huffman … Continue reading →

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Old Timey Tuesday

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Barton Farms and Gardens

Then: Now: If you’re familiar with the farm then you know this is the entrance to the ceramic room. In the late 1970s my grandma and aunt started a ceramic business. I remember there were always ladies in the basement … Continue reading →

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More on strawberries

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Barton Farms and Gardens

As I have said, Ohio strawberries are a treasure and one of the most perfect and delicious foods in the world. Here are some tips regarding your berries. 1. You’re better off to pick your own if you can. They’re … Continue reading →

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The Rhubarb Continues….

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Barton Farms and Gardens

Come on strawberries! I love rhubarb and have really grown to appreciate it these last couple of weeks but I am ready for some strawberries! I scored 2 pints from Morning Dew Orchards at the market but that was just … Continue reading →

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