I was ready to be a cheerleader and start in about renewing our veggie gardens but mine is very sad…
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A couple of months ago, as I was recovering from surgery, I received a bouquet from one of my out-of-state siblings who had ordered an FTD arrangement from a local florist. It was the most beautiful arrangement I had every received - I couldn't believe my eyes!
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Salty Acres, specializes in locally grown flowers, small batch sea salt, foraged ocean greens, & specialty produce.
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As we move into the fall season and our summer bloomers start to fade, it is encouraging to know there are still quite a few choices for late color in our gardens.
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What is Slow Food?
Slow Food is a global, grassroots organization with supporters in 150 countries around the world who are linking the pleasure of good food with a commitment to their community and the environment.
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This article is somewhat late, but I believe it still has merit for this summer's gardeners.
As a child helping in my mom's veggie patch I never asked why some things were planted together. They just were.
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Sitting in my garden enjoying the sunny day gives me a sense of contentment and one of pure panic. HELP! look at all that needs to be done. How will I ever manage?!
Ah, spring. Such a beguiling season here in the Pacific Northwest. After the gray and dim of the winter, I always rejoice in the pure delight of our first set of warm and brilliantly sunny days. It simply feels good, right?
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When thinking about the winter solstice celebration, I like to look at the symbolism of those plants from pre-Christian traditions.
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The crisp fall mornings and evenings are finally here. It is time for tidying up the garden and start planning for next year. I like to weed the beds and cut back the spent stems and branches.
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My name isn't really Rose, the rambling part is true though. Having gardened for 65 years I've learned that whatever the tag on the plant says there are always exceptions.
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