Fall is here, and that means your compost pile needs a bit of attention before the winter arrives. Here in New England, our winters get quite cold, and our gardens go to sleep. My compost pile doesn't get used as often during the cold winter...
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It's planting day … one of my favorites of the year. I'm always amazed by the before and after — so many containers, which I had to pull in to the screen porch this year because of crazy rain. Excited to be using my ARBORChar for...
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I love this work table at Sheila's house. It's perfect for her herbs and repotting things. She actually found the wooden file boxes under her shed. Made me love it even more!...
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I was driving down some back roads and I saw these beautiful flowers and had to stop and take a few pictures. Lucky I had my Nikon with me. The yellow flowers are literally growing out of the rock wall. Amazing what's growing in such...
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When I'm potting my plants, I'm always thinking about where in my yard they'll be going. Based on that, I decide what pot and what plants I will be using. I love this layout where the tall sea grass sets off the brilliant colors in...
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After the winter, it doesn't take much to give the soil in your flower beds and veggie gardens a boost. Follow these few simple tips to get the most out of your soil: To till or not to till The first thing we do in spring...
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When I signed up for our local CSA, I had no idea how much fun I was in for. Our local farm and all the people working there are amazing. Before we were involved, I never really cooked fresh veggies for the family. Now we...
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When we got a late Spring frost I was very worried that my one year old Lilac was in trouble. I know a hard late frost can cause Lilac's not to bloom, but it looks like this new guy is going to be OK. I'm...
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I love antiquing and finding different things to put in my garden. I've seen people use everything from old wooden wheels, vintage soda crates and rustic ladders to support vines. I especially liked seeing antique garden tools that create interest in a flower bed. Tell your...
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