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I was able to make this daffodil centerpiece in under 10 minutes. By simply using the supplies I had on hand, I was able to create a gorgeous floral arrangement for my dining room table without spending a dime. Thank you Mother Nature, I love you! Here is how I made it: Step #1 Fill Read More >>
A few weeks ago I came across asparagus plants at the Nursery. I had no idea how many plants I should buy so I picked up an assortment of 10 asparagus roots. At $1.49 each I didn’t want to go hog-wild and buy to many. I have since learned I should have bought more like Read More >>
Yesterday it rained, and then it hailed, and then it rained some more. So I stayed inside, read emails* and baked all day instead of working in the garden like I had planned. If Mother Nature does not deliver a roasting hot summer this year to make up for our chilly, rainy, and unpredictable late Read More >>
Here we are, April 1st, 2012 and the backyard garden is coming along nicely. I’d say my garden looks pretty typical for this time of year in the Pacific Northwest region. In the front bed we have Green Arrow Peas, and Easter Egger Radishes growing. Next up is a box of herbs followed by 2 Read More >>
Over the last few months I’ve been busy clearing the backyard. Pulling up roots, sticker bushes, weeds and cutting down a few saplings in the process. All in an effort to enlarge my growing space for this summers garden. Trying to reach my goal of growing 2,000 lbs of fresh fruits and vegetables in my Read More >>
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