The Food Forest and Beyond

By |2026-03-18T18:17:26-04:00January 31st, 2026|Flora|

Spring is in full swing at the Farm and Sanctuary! So I wanted to give you a small tour of the current beauty and abundance! As most of you know, we specialize in perennial food crops at Crossing Hedgerows, and have planted a food forest nearby the house. We used permaculture design to create this food forest, which I love to talk about when we have folks out for walks. Every year it becomes more and more ...

Our Beautiful Sanctuary

By |2026-03-18T19:25:08-04:00January 31st, 2026|Fauna, Flora, News|

As we come to the close of this year, I want to thank all who have supported our beautiful Sanctuary this year. Here are a few photos that Brennah took (and identified) recently at Crossing Hedgerows. Oftentimes the small and inconspicuous are overlooked and under appreciated, but what important roles they each play in the ecosystem.   Wild geranium leaves   Liverwort (probably fringed treewort)   Bonfire moss   Dandelion ...

Joyful June

By |2026-03-18T18:24:12-04:00January 31st, 2026|Fauna, Flora, Musings|

A few more photos from the Farm and Sanctuary to greet you today. A lone cicada wing found lying in the fire circle, festive nasturtiums in the gardens, and creatures often looked at with annoyance all have their own joyous spirits and beauty.   cicada wing by Brennah Cavanaugh Photography LLC   nasturtium flower   long-legged fly by Brennah Cavanaugh Photography LLC   nasturtium flower   garter snake ...

Incredible Abundance

By |2026-03-12T23:27:47-04:00January 31st, 2026|Flora, Musings|

There is so much life bursting upon the scene right now, it's impossible to mention it all. Hyacinth and daffodils and tulips are gracing the scene. Rhubarb, Egyptian onions, mint, lemon balm, tarragon, and various other herbs are popping up. The currant bushes, peach and apple trees, serviceberry, and wild plum are blossoming. Mayapples are in their full glory in the woods. These are a few of the many perennials we have planted around the farm and sanctuary. ...

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