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Snowy days can lead to trouble!

Posted on February 13, 2019 by

Too many snowy days can lead to trouble!  The indoor job list has no appeal.  It’s too nasty to venture outdoors.  The lure of the computer beckons.  Temptation fills page after page.  “I’m only going to window shop,” one assures … Continue reading →

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When A Gardener Hosts a Party…

Posted on December 18, 2018 by

We hosted our annual tree decorating party recently.  Friends come and help decorate our tree, and in exchange get lots of free food.  It’s always a fun event, and this year seemed especially lively.  And, the tree looks terrific!    … Continue reading →

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Six on Saturday: Dec 15

Posted on December 15, 2018 by

There’s not much happening outdoors this time of year, so I’ve selected a “thinking back” topic for this Saturday.  Although there were several new crops as well as old favorites in the 2018 potager, here are the top six vegetables … Continue reading →

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What a Garden!

Posted on December 7, 2018 by

Regular readers will recall that in October, I attended a plen-air landscape painting class at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School.  There were many interesting things on the way to and from the Folk School, as we drove from … Continue reading →

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Squash Comparison

Posted on November 18, 2018 by

Last evening I invited guests for dinner.  In addition to a roast pork loin with blackberry sage sauce, each variety of winter squash grown in the potager this season was roasted as well.  I wanted to do a taste test, … Continue reading →

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Bulbs are Planted!

Posted on November 5, 2018 by

Finally, the last of the bulbs are in the ground.  Recent thunderstorms have made it a challenge to complete, but it’s finished and can be marked off the “TO DO” list.  The crocus “Cream Beauty” are always included.  Although they … Continue reading →

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My first LEEK!

Posted on November 2, 2018 by

  While it may not impress many of you who grow leeks successfully, and probably have for years, I’m elated!  I finally grew and harvested a leek!  This was not my first attempt.  Last year, I seeded some “American Flag” … Continue reading →

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