🍓It's a Berry Good Time of Year!🫐

Published: Wed, 06/17/26

Updated: Wed, 06/17/26

It's What's Up Wednesday!

I’ve been thinking about berries all week. I’m quite lucky to live in an area where there are several nice u-pick berry farms. I need to get out and get strawberries picked before they are finished for the season. I’ve got rhubarb ready to go for my mom’s rhubarb custard pie recipe and some strawberry jam. But I’m also thinking about my blueberry green tea jam because blueberry season is only a few weeks away.

Needless to say, it’s time to see if I need to buy more canning lids.

With berry season kicking into high gear, this week’s What’s Up Wednesday is all about berries. Whether you’re looking to grow your own or looking for ideas to use the fresh berries popping up at the farmer’s market, I’ve got you covered.

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