'Sweet 100' cherry tomatoes growing in a 15-gallon terra-cotta pot. Container-grown tomatoes are more susceptible to blossom end rot, but cherry tomatoes like 'Sweet 100', 'Sungold', and 'Black Cherry' rarely have this problem. Photo by Steve Masley

This Sweet 100 Tomato is so prolific I am having a hard time containing its enthusiasm with numerous support systems. Cherry tomatoes are packed with flavor and have more sugar content than larger size tomatoes. It is impossible not to pick one and eat it while I am working. :-)

Photo: Caela McKeever © 2015 Houzz
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Seattle

This darling young family of four recently moved to a beautiful home over looking La Jolla Shores. They wanted a home that represented their simple and sophisticated style that would still function as a livable space for their children. We incorporated a subtle nautical concept to blend with the location and dramatic color and texture contrasts to show off the architecture. Photo cred: Chipper Hatter: www.chipperhatter.com

Comfortable seating close to the kitchen allows guests to converse with the cook. A pop up vent on the island eliminates the need for a hood hanging in the middle of the room. Photos by- Michele Lee Willson

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Beautiful gray stain (Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen......bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm and tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one. Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lighting on the island spices things up again, while the white island wall adds another element of simple interest.

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Beautiful gray stain (Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen......bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm and tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one. Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lighting on the island spices things up again, while the white island wall adds another element of simple interest.

Beautiful gray stain (Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen......bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm and tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one. Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lighting on the island spices things up again, while the white island wall adds another element of simple interest.

Beautiful gray stain (Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen......bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm and tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one. Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lighting on the island spices things up again, while the white island wall adds another element of simple interest.

Rich browns look stunning in this Lancaster, NY bathroom remodel! Beige and brown porcelain tile run down the bathroom floor and up the shower walls. A beautiful multi-color glass accent breaks up the tile in the shower. Dark Venetian Bronze plumbing from Delta stands out nicely against the light tile. A rich medium-tone cherry vanity is topped with a granite top full of flavor! Browns and beige really help make this bathroom feel warm and cozy!

Pawpaw in the Orchard — A Native Treasure Worth Planting If you’re building an orchard on your homestead, consider native pawpaw among your first plantings. Unlike many old-world orchard fruit, pawpaw is homegrown — part of the natural fabric of eastern North America. That native status comes with advantages. Pawpaw is well adapted to local soils, local weather swings, and local wildlife patterns. It’s not something exotic that needs constant fuss. In an orchard, pawpaw fills a niche both in timing and flavor. Its fruit ripens later in summer into early fall — after cherries, peaches, and berries have come and gone. It extends your harvest window with fruit unlike anything else you’re likely growing. The custard-like texture and sweet flavor are a welcome addition when other fresh fruit is winding down. When planting pawpaw trees in orchard settings, remember that many need cross-pollination. Planting at least two genetically different trees near each other encourages better fruit set. Pollinators like flies and beetles carry pollen between trees in spring when they bloom, so planting with pollination in mind ensures a bountiful harvest. Pawpaw’s long-term value grows with time. Once established, trees require minimal care. They don’t need heavy pruning or regular sprays. Their modest needs make them ideal for homesteads that balance orchard care with livestock, gardens, and everyday life. Including pawpaw in your orchard means adding a native tree that feeds your family, supports wildlife, and brings a unique seasonal flavor you won’t find anywhere else. Get pawpaw trees here: https://www.tnnursery.net/products/pawpaw https://treenurseryco.com/pawpaw-tree https://www.onlineplantnursery.com/products/pawpaw https://www.wholesalenurseryco.com/products/pawpaw https://www.tennesseewholesalenursery.com/products/paw-paw-tree

Beautiful gray stain(Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen.....bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional style. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm & tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one! Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lights on the island.......

Beautiful gray stain(Baltic) on Cherry wood doors are the starting point for this kitchen.....bring in a little flavor of days gone by, add that to clean, simple lines = Transitional style. Quartz countertops in a similar tone to the cabinets keeps this kitchen calm & tranquil. Add a pop of color to spice things up and it becomes a plethora of different styles blended into one! Wavy edge, hand made tiles set on a herringbone add interest to this calm palette. Toe kick lights on the island.......

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept marble floor living room remodel in Mumbai with white walls