Shopping Green

I went to the Gardening Show today. I was looking for a rain barrel. I found jacuzzis, pool equipment, etc., but no rain barrels.

To be fair, I did see a few companies selling solar heating systems, and one selling heat exchangers. Green stuff is creeping onto the market.

I guess my best bet is the internet. I like being able to see and touch things, and ask my questions on the spot.

I was going to spend my break reading books about climate change, to educate myself, but I got busy with a business deal. Instead,I've just managed to finish Roughing It in the Bush by Susannah Moodie. One interesting thing in it is how to make "coffee" from dandelion roots. Just dig up, wash thoroughly, cut into coffee bean size, and bake in the oven till brown and crunchy. Grind and brew just as with regular coffee. She also recommended putting a board over the plants, and harvesting the white leaves for salad. I'm going to try it.