Garden Maintenence

Hurricane Florence Update The past week has been full of all kinds of busyness. First, preparing ourselves for the arrival of Hurricane Florence: bottles of water, bread, snacks… and more …

Not sure how to make DIY weed killer? With only 3 ingredients, this natural weed killer recipe has no long list of unrecognizable ingredients (I’m looking at you, store-bought brands). …

I may have a problem with throwing things away. I’m not a hoarder or anything; in fact, I prefer a clutter-free house. But the more I read about reusing and …

Winter may seem like the doldrums if you’re a gardener who doesn’t have a 12-month growing season, but there are still plenty of garden chores to be done! Learn how …

Not sure what you should/can be doing in your garden in January? I’ve got you covered with a quick January garden checklist. Even if your garden is a foot (or …

Garden Seed storage. Every experienced gardener has a seed storage method that works for them, and I’ve used several over the years. Storing seeds for use the next year (or …

  Sorry my posting has been so erratic lately. This December Garden Checklist is the first in a few weeks. My hat is off to any of you out there …

Confession: I’m a huge fan of period British novels and movies. Think Pride and Prejudice and Jane Eyre. What all of these novels/films have in common, other than drama and …

Looking for the best gifts for gardeners? Maybe you know a green thumb who asks for a composter or plants for Christmas, Mother’s Day, or a birthday? (Guilty as charged!) …

Not sure how to freeze okra? No worries, I’ve got you covered! Freezing okra for use later is a quick and easy way to keep this veggie on hand in …