Tag Archives: Indiana gardening

Will there be any GLADness?

Posted on June 24, 2022 by carolee

Way back in winter, when garden daydreams grow larger and larger and the Growing Kindness Project plans were escalating, I ordered some gladiola corms. The first order was simply a standard mix of white, pink, orange, “blue” which is always … Continue reading →

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To the rescue!

Posted on June 18, 2022 by carolee

Just when I thought I couldn’t shovel and more another wheelbarrow load of mulch, my wonderful daughter arrived for a visit! She usually comes just before they leave for their months in Italy, but this year she came a week … Continue reading →

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Let’s start to Catch Up…

Posted on June 12, 2022 by carolee

It’s been a long time since our last chat. April 23rd to be exact. Spring flowers were bursting on the scene, daffodil harvest for the “Growing Kindness Project” bouquets was in full swing (and the project taking lots more time … Continue reading →

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Six on Saturday: April 23

Posted on April 23, 2022 by carolee

After a roller coaster week of weird weather that included a blanket of snow, thankfully currently the only (1) “Glory in the Snow” is the lovely little blue flower of that name. They also come in pink (yuk!) and white … Continue reading →

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“Growing Kindness” is underway!

Posted on April 20, 2022 by carolee

The first five bouquets have been delivered this week for the “Growing Kindness Project.” Two went to ladies at nursing homes, one went to a couple in assisted living who just lost their beloved dog, one went to a shut-in … Continue reading →

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No words required…

Posted on April 18, 2022 by carolee
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“Cool Flowers,” Cold temps & “Hardening Off” !

Posted on April 9, 2022 by carolee

If you are interested in growing cut flowers or having a flower farm, you’ve probably heard about Lisa Mason Ziegler’s book “Cool Flowers” in which she discuses those hardy, cold tolerant annual flowers that can sometimes (in some zones) be … Continue reading →

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Replanted…whew!

Posted on April 3, 2022 by carolee

Interesting how the dozens and dozens of clumps of plants dug in only 30 minutes (see this post if you missed it!) took over 8 hours to replant! Also interesting if you know me well, that I didn’t take time … Continue reading →

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30 minutes warning & The Big Dig

Posted on March 31, 2022 by carolee

Several weeks ago, after the snow had melted I noticed a water leak at the well head. See the rust coated soil? There was a steady, but thankfully very light constant trickle but obviously it must be repaired. The company … Continue reading →

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I’m a bad plant mom!

Posted on March 27, 2022 by carolee

These “Vintage” stock plants were seeded December 31st. They’ve required care and loving attention, space and lights since then. When they came into bloom February 22, some were planted in a decorative pot and allowed to settle in for a … Continue reading →

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