How Does Your Garden Grow?
Disney’s Epcot Greenhouses are beyond amazing! Here at the Sustainable Agriculture and Research Center at Walt Disney World they grow the most amazing things! Fruits and Vegetables are grown in the air, in the sand, and moving around on conveyor belts 24/7. They grow vertically, in spirals and in cool containers. They are even grown above pipes. You name it, it’s growing here. Have any of your gardens ever looked like this?
You can find all these amazing plants in the The Land, a tour ride in Epcot International in Walt Disney World. In addition to working with Hydroponics and Aeronautics, they have also partnered with both the U.S. Department of Agriculture and NASA on various projects. One project involves developing ways to grow gardens in Space for long journeys.
We came across this 9 pound Lemon. They say it tastes the same but makes about a gallon of lemonade! I have never seen Brussels Sprouts look so beautiful and exquisite in my life.
I am ready for a nice big refreshing salad about now. How about you?
Tip of the Day for Bloggers/Photographers:
If it has been over a year since you have given the blog a change, it is time to give it face lift! Items like your header, widgets and especially your image! Your image should be current and recognizable.
Readers are coming to your place of community and seeing the same material and eventually will get bored. It will make your material feel stale by not giving it an update once in awhile.
Think about your favorite magazines, look at how they keep changing their look….it keeps you on your toes wanting more.
KEEP IT FRESH!!
Now, you didn’t think I would give out this tip without first changing mine would you? smile…
For our friends who read the posts by email or any of the feeds, would you do me a favor and come to the blog for today.
I would love to know what you think of the new header and background I designed. You will also see an updated head shot of me…big sigh!! I only like to be in back of the camera, not in front! But I knew it was time. You can view this two places, the bottom footer and the “Meet Laurie” page.
You might be asking why did you take out the images of the top header? The reason…this is a photography blog and the header images were not complimenting with the images on the posts. Most of the time, I felt like it was fighting against them for attention. So with that said, changes came about.
I hope your weekend was delightful and not a stressful one for you.
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Aren’t weekends just the best?
Blessings,
Laurie
XXOO
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Beautiful and healthy garden. Stunning pictures.
Nice post..but the new header is devoid of colors..if that was intentional to make your photographs better..then it is good..otherwise..I find the style too pale.
I commented because you asked, it that makes you feel upset..forgive and forget 🙂
Yes, it is purposely done…so the photos stand out on the post. I love comments and appreciate hearing them. Have a great week.
Well, I never saw the old header, but I really love the one you have now. The use of different fonts, the colors, great work!
I need to put together something like that for myself. Thanks for checking out my site and liking my post. Take care!
Your post was fascinating. Loved the images. The idea of growing gardens for space travel really grips me, and your new look looks new and good.
Amazing ! . I am so jealous of what you have here, Beautiful and healthy garden. Thank you for sharing 🙂
What an amazing garden. It looks as though everything is growing in sand. Is that sand?
I do love the new look! The header is very fitting and those smashing photos are really tasty to the eye as well. Thank you for sharing!
Wow these gardens are amazing…I love how the vegetables growing in the sand look. I have been to Disney many times but never seen these gardens. I must check them out. 🙂
Love your new header… I was just thinking I need to update mine, but it’s going to have to wait until after my surgery… Thank you for sharing on ‘Rurality Blog Hop #10!’
Love the gardens and love the header. Can’t imagine why anyone as lovely as you would not want to be in front of a camera. Now me…that’s a whole different story. 🙂
Elizabeth, I wonder if any of us think we are pretty enough for the camera…sad but true☺ Thank you for your sweet words…you look lovely in your gravatar image.
All those vegetables and fruits and plants – a little heaven. Lovely photos too. 🙂 Thanks for sharing. Some of them reminded me of my tropical homecountry. 🙂 I have tried growing Brussels Sprouts for two years now, but I always failed. So, this is really the first time for me to see proper Brussels Sprouts in the plant. 🙂
This was my first time too☺
Lovely walk at the Disney gardens, Laurie. I especially like the pumpkins/gourdes in the sand. And you your new header is fabulous! Thanks for sharing in Walk and Click Wednesday!
They say you are never more alive then when in your garden
Epcot is one fabulous place and the gardens are out of this world. Love that lemon!!! Many, many years ago my daddy’s engineering firm oversaw the construction of Walt Disney World and then Epcot. It is almost like I grew up there as they were building it all. genie
Have so enjoyed looking around your beautiful site ❤ Thanks you so much for your lovely comment on my About page, I'm thrilled you liked my artwork 😀
I like your header and your advice. Will try to update mine this weekend.
No use in me thinking that I can purchase any garden veggies, for the wildlife will get it every time, but…I can certainly enjoy the fruits of others labor and these images give us a sign of hope and a bounty to come~
Oh, to have a garden like that…!
I love the white and silver in your header. 🙂
Hi there, thank you for stopping by Oh! My Heartsie I appreciate it, and heh love the new look, everything looks so clean. Hope you have a great week,
I have always wanted to visit, looks wonderful
As are your photos! Just glorious. Laurie, I am so happy you stopped by my blog today and left a comment. Thank you! I am off to explore your lovely space. Margie
Oh I wished we lived in warmer climate!
Mollyxxx
Beautiful pictures! I wish my garden looked half that good 🙂 You take great pictures!
I just love your tips! I can tell you are the type of person who wants everyone to reach their full potential! Just like that lemon! 😉
I have never heard of this part of the Disney conglomeration!!! Wow!! Now I want to spend a few days there!! Your images are so beautiful!!!
What gorgeous pictures! Ok- now I need to garden. Hoping to get my tomatoes in the ground thins weekend ;0) We’re also ripping out the kids’ play structure which they no longer use and putting in planter boxes. It should be a bountiful year.
That is a beautiful garden. I like the site design too.
Such beautiful pictures, and I’ve never seen brussel sprouts look so good either!
I like all of the changes, and the new picture is great!
Love the new look – so fresh and clean! And love your orange collection – the orange flowers and the orange pumpkin look great against their white background.
Thank you for sharing on Mandarin Orange Monday:)
Oh yes, everything, including your new header is delightful!!
I don’t know if I’ve been to your blog so I can’t comment on the new banner. But, your photos are stunning… especially love the sunflowers & that lemon… oh my gosh… wonder how it tastes?
I love the new look, especially the gray and understated background.
I like the new look of your blog. Beautiful head shot, but I miss your lovely smile! Joyce H.
“Have any of your gardens ever looked like this?”
No, though I’m always hopeful…! 😉
What incredible images, and to think we may (someday) grow produce in space; remarkable…!
Hi there! Love the photographs! I’m visiting from http://www.artistic31mama.com and the Mom’s Monday Mingle. Glad to have a chance to browse through your photos! Thanks for participating in the blog hop. I’m following via Pinterest and Facebook. Have a great week!
Yes to the new design! It’s elegant and simple. Can I hire you? (only half-kidding!) My favorite of the photos is the 9-pound lemon. Just so amazing!
In love with the hanging nasturtiums and marigolds. I may have to try this! 🙂
I am always fascinated by how they grow them at Epcot.
Gorgeous photos… I love to buy brussel sprouts on the stalk… they taste so much better. And if my portrait looked that good I would change my photo too!!! But my shoes are definitely my best feature, LOL!!
Oh these images really get me excited to start gardening.
Hi Laurie … this is my first time visit to your blog and so I can’t compare headers but I agree with your comment about the header photo not complimenting blog photos …. I find this is often the case. I love the simplicity of you current header.
I love the new redesign!
Thank you very much for your lovely comment♥
Oh my…
when I see posts like this…including my favorit flower(eastindian cherrie,i use during summer in my home made salads) I get so excited.
great post!
I adore your new look. It is fresh and modern and sophisticated and goes really well with your images. And this is a fabulous post. You did a great job of capturing the gorgeous tones and shapes.
Thank you Sherry…I know you set your priorities high…so really appreciated hearing this from you.
Gorgeous pics! These gardens are just beautiful! Have some lemon! I would love having all this lemon. I’m 50% greek and we put lemon on everything. Sometimes I sit at the table and eat it like it’s fruit (don’t tell anyone) :o) By the way, love the new design! Very nice, simple, and easy to navigate! Love your new profile picture too! Your haircut is just too cute :o)
Very nice photos
Not even in my dreams, do my gardens look like this!
This is truly amazing, especially that nine-pound lemon. 🙂
I love your new look!
Lisa, this means alot coming from your professional opinion girlfriend!
It looks so pretty here on your blog.. I am loving the new look. And of course I am enjoying all the photos from your fun trip. 🙂
What a fun way to spend the day!
Lovely happy pictures, as always!
Love the new look of the blog, Laurie! It is cleaner and allows your posts and photos to shine. And the new head shot, fabulous!
Gracie…that is a super compliment coming from you!! Thanks my friend.
Wow, what a garden!!! Fabulous one!!! Great shots!!!
Gorgeous shots of all these lovelies!
That is a huge lemon! I do update the blog look – but the header is my trademark so that I cant change (-:
What an interesting garden, is it all hydroponic?
Not all of it…but it is amazing isn’t it?
Love your update! Looks very inviting! I’m currently saving up for a new look, but it may take awhile. :). Love this section of Epcot. It is impressive.
Wonderful photos — I love the dwarf peppers!!
And I am very much loving your new header and personal photo! 🙂
Kenley
Hi, I like the layout of your blog a lot. I think going with a neutral background was a good choice, it helps your photos “pop” The one thing about your logo that bothers me a little, and I am being picky here, is that the letters have a bit of a square edge to their outline, almost like little blocks. I would prefer those edges smoother, I think.
well that is something I never noticed…thank you.
Your photo make me wish spring would hurry up and get to Ontario. 🙂
Love your makeover so pretty and love the shots of Epcot I visited from the UK about 6 years ago and remember seeing a Mickey pumpkin !!!
The greens and yellows of the fruits and vegetables at Epcot are captivating! Such color! Good suggestion about updating our blogs … yours looks great!
wow! now i want to go back to Epcot. it’s been years since i’ve visited. amazing plants. fascinating post and beautiful pics. happy day!
Laurie,
Wow an amazing place, I’ve never been.
Love your pictures!
Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile
Wow.. That’s a lot of transformation in this website. The look and your picture is classical. I ‘ve got a doubt. How do you link images in your website to the website it corresponds to? (like your affiliate team member image )
Love the new look. I wish I could grow a garden like this,
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
I like all your photographs, but my favorite is the one of the 2 pumpkins. Blessings!
What an amazing garden. It bears almost no resemblance to mine. How fun to visit there.
great photography and great fresh look to your blog!
Edibles never looked so good! I like the sturdy name tags too.
Visiting from Mosaic Monday.
Wow ! Quite the garden and my favorite are the sunflowers ~ ^_^
I like the new design very much! And I think you look lovely on the picture 🙂
I much prefer the new look. I think it is much more professional looking. And as you said it doesn’t compete with the photos in the current blog post!
Oh! I love the new ‘mug’ shot.
The new look is beautiful and fresh!
Laurie, I adore the new look! It is so fresh and bright. Your new portrait looks lovely, and I think your advice is wonderful. ( but you will keep us updated on that adorable grandson?)
Blessings ~ Wendy
Thank you for your blessed words…don’t worry the grandson will never be far away☺
No silver bells in our garden, unfortunately. I was stunned to see how perfect everything is at WDW. Thank you for the spring clean up information!
The pictures are beatuful. Could be used for commercials, if you ask me 😉
About your blog: I like the light tone of it. I am not sure whether I will keep mine in grey or if I will also brighten it up a bit. But I am probably going to change my header. You are right, the pic in the header does not always go well with the pictures in the blog.
So I’ll have to create a nice logo or something for my header.
Cheers,
Charlie
My garden doesn’t look like that, I don’t have the talent to make the beautiful header you did, and I certainly could have never had a head shot where I looked that beautiful. I’d say your new look is a success. 🙂
Love how you redecorated your home on the web.
I like your new look! Fresh and inviting. But what is remarkable about your blog is YOU! Love your artistry. Every post if full of beauty.
Hey! I love the new look Laurie! You are excellent at site design, and your photo is great too. 🙂