DBDeborah Benoit UVM Extension

1. Article · Aug 1, 2026 · Deborah Benoit UVM Extension

   UVM Extension: Victory gardens (opens the original)

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   Home gardens have long been an integral part of our communities. From the kitchen gardens of early colonial days to the American Revolution when herbs such as lemon balm and mint were grown as a substitute for imported tea, and during all the years to follow, people kept gardens for food, medicine and other needs. When America entered the First World War, home gardens took on new importance. “Liberty gardens” became patriotic acts to help feed a nation at war. During World War II, the federa

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2. Article · Aug 1, 2026 · Deborah Benoit UVM Extension

   UVM Extension: Getting to know chicory (opens the original)

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   When you hear the word “chicory” you might first think of curly endive (Cichorium endivia), a leafy vegetable available at farmers markets or the grocery store. Chicory is also the common name of a wildflower (Cichorium intybus) known as blue sailors, coffeeweed and cornflower. Chicory is an herbaceous perennial with light blue flowers on stems that can reach over 3 feet tall. Each flower opens only once, usually just for that morning. Each day, new flowers open. Chicory was introduced to No

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