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How to Turn Winter Garden Dreams Into Real Harvests

How to Turn Winter Garden Dreams Into Real Harvests

It’s a new year, and a new gardening season is beginning! As we push through these dark winter days, nothing…
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Chili Peppers: How to Turn Up the Heat in Your Garden

Chili Peppers: How to Turn Up the Heat in Your Garden

Looking to spice up the usual mix of vegetables in your garden this season? From mild to wild, chili peppers…
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Journaling: Your Secret Weapon to a Great Garden Season

Journaling: Your Secret Weapon to a Great Garden Season

Finally, I can take a break from the garden. If you follow me on social media, you know I’ve been…
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How to Sustainably Use Fall Leaves in Your Garden

How to Sustainably Use Fall Leaves in Your Garden

It’s the sound of the season: the constant whir of the ubiquitous leaf blower. Homeowners everywhere are busy blowing heaps…
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Fall Perennial Care: What to Prune and Divide Now

Fall Perennial Care: What to Prune and Divide Now

Fall is one of my favorite times in the garden. As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive…
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What Bulbs to Plant Now for Gorgeous Spring Color

What Bulbs to Plant Now for Gorgeous Spring Color

October is my favorite “color”— it includes everything from the deep burgundies of Japanese maple leaves and bright orange pumpkins…
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It's been a minute since my last project... So wit It's been a minute since my last project... So with today's gorgeous weather (is it January??) and unfrozen ground, I decided to see how my shoulder felt working the shovel. 🤨 Managed to dig in these stones in between the garage and greenhouse. Shovel and shoulder working as expected. 💯
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