This week I had some progress with my cilantro plant. As I was watering, a couple of days ago, I could see little green leaves. I was on my balcony looking at the beautiful sky before I glanced at the flowerpot. And, WOW! My cilantro has sprouted leaves on the side.

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Peas are growing strong with the first signs of flowers emerging. So excited for fresh, homegrown snap peas to enjoy #peasofinstagram #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening

Three different, tasty lettuce varieties starting to crowd each other. Looks like its #saladtime #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening #containergardening

Strawberry runners from a curb-side pickup in the neighborhood, and my first attempt at macrame plant holders thanks for local DIY shop Sunday Assembly PDX #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening #containergardening

Foxglove is one of my all time favorite flowering plants! Check the @pccsoutheastlearninggarden Facebook and Instagram to read this week Kate #plants_walk story about the foxglove.

Nothing beats home-grown beets #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening #containergardening

This week was a beautiful week for me. While Ramadan was ending, I was very sad to stop cooking amazing dishes when breaking the fast. I learned many new dishes. And, I want to try more so that I can use my beautiful herbs. Go to our Facebook and Instagram pages to read more!

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Happy little basil starts settling into their balcony home. Can’t wait for pesto! #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening #containergardening

Tiny tomato plants ready to be transferred into their raised beds soon. I can smell the fresh pasta sauce already #STEM #growtogether #talesofgardening #containergardening

Thank you all for coming on my neighborhood plant walks with me and I hope you have enjoyed the series! We ended our series Portland’s mascot bloom, the rose, and highly recommend you to read it on our Facebook and Instagram page.Don’t forget to stop and smell the roses!

6/1/2020 This week's gardening has been great! As I see the cilantro grow it gives me hope for my future goals. I love being on the balcony and witnessing the beauty of gardening. I will forever be grateful for all the encouragement I received to keep going. Love, Yazz

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