I have a first year Livin easy, so, I have no idea on it's mature size yet. Plus, i'm in a way different growing zone. But, I have seen a thread to where Livin Easy can grow to 4'-5' T x 4' W in zone 5. So, i'd say it should be on the larger size in zone 9b. Easy going? Haven't read much about that rose. I do know one person who grows both. If I'm not mistaken he alternated each rose beside each other. I'm not sure how often he visits this forum? But, you may find him on the rose pic forum on this same site. Look for the name: BOXOFROX Here is a link that might be useful: Rose Pic Forum

Thanks Kristiina...looks like a great recipe. I will have to try it.

Harry, One thing I have learned here, is that you are all far more knowledgeable that I am about this topic. Also, you all have a zealous passion for this process. I don't know if my desire for this hobby is a much as all of yours seem to be. For example: Keeping growth logs, knowing all of the species and their history. I think I do better as a group grower, like when I assisted my family and my friends. I enjoyed the eating far too much, and the growing was lacking the "ZEST" you seem to have. Maybe this was a blessing in disguise, and I need to choose my next home based on other criteria, and maybe not so much on if it has abundant fruit trees or not. My deepest passion is decorating & collecting art and antiques. I can talk shop, on these topics, with the best of them. Plus - it makes my heart race, like a passion should, lol. It's been so nice reading about the dedication and support you all give each other here, not to mention the great picture tours! I will keep reading and posting when it's appropriate. Keep that gorgeous yard of yours going; I wish you, and all the others here, the best crop this year!! I have a general idea of where you are located, based on posts I have read in the past. If I am ever near, and have time, I will post to you and see if you reply. Maybe I can tour your yard. I know it would be amazing and I can post a report back to the bb, maybe even take some pics, with your permission. I have friends that live right near Flamingo Gardens Park, and I visit them several times a year. Thanks for your post -- Keep on growing and enjoying! Azucar

Quartz countertops are, for example, very easy to clean and maintain, but everything actually depends on how do you use your kitchen (how often, do you clean right after preparing a meal, etc.). Also, new kitchens are easier and faster to clean than old ones. Hiring a cleaning company once every two weeks is ideal if you regularly clean your kitchen. Once a week is best if you don't like to clean up often. Practicing this routine will make any kitchen as clean as possible.