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What is it about window boxes that makes them so appealing? We have a window box in the front of our house and for some reason, it always makes me smile when I walk by. Maybe it’s because they are so easy to put together, a mini garden without a lot of maintenance. A small burst Read More >>
{ Early Summer 2012} This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting Read More >>
This morning I started some English Thyme seeds under grow lights and I couldn’t be more excited. Thyme ranks in the top 5 of spices I use all frequently in my recipes, especially when I am cooking chicken, beef or crock pots full of soup. This is my first time starting it from seed and Read More >>
Week 9 of 52 – Mavis’ Backyard Garden Plot Do you see the watering cans lining the fence? I will stop at every single garage sale this summer until I have collected enough watering cans to line the top of the fence with. Call me crazy, but I am determined. Notice anything different? Last week Read More >>
The Girl and I took over 600 pictures at Kew Royal Botanic Gardens during our visit. There was so much to take in that it was really overwhelming when we walked though the doors of each of the indoor gardens. So to break up the pictures, my first post will be about the incredibly gorgeous orchid display which is Read More >>
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