There is a laundry list of garden chores to do when the snow flies. This list is certainly not exhaustive, but it does provide some stepping stones for my seasonal tasks and indoor gardening. Some of the action items on my list include: • Cleaning these hand tools – Here are some simple tips to … Read more
There is a laundry list of garden chores to do when the snow flies. This list is certainly not exhaustive, but it does provide some stepping stones for my seasonal tasks and indoor gardening. Some of the action items on my list include: • Cleaning these hand tools – Here are some simple tips to … Read more
While doing some holiday shopping, I saw a bunch of stickers at a local bookstore. One in particular stuck out, which I instinctively pulled into. It was the “I’d rather be a garden” sentiment that I would proudly display on the bumper of my car or slap one on top of my many water bottles. … Read more
Fruit trees and shrubs are in high demand for color during the wonderful winter months. The magnificent plant world offers many options for the fall / winter fruit category. We do not need to plant trees or shrubs for selfish reasons. We also need to think about birds that like to eat fruit. Here is … Read more
Decorate halls (with holly branches). Christmas carols are a fun song to sing (with fa-la-la refrain) and perhaps one of the most popular and widely sung songs. Originally published in 1881, the song is generally believed to be American, although the author is unknown. The music, however, began in the 16th century with a song … Read more
William and Dolores Schuman, Ardaretu, in Landa Park, cite many examples of natural beauty. At the top of that list are trees. These natural beauties, among other things, provide shade in the summer, provide food for wildlife, and are often only for viewing. Each of the trees listed below plays an important role in the … Read more
The 2021 growth season is coming to an end. And, when the last greens, Brussels sprouts and sprouts are taken from the earth, I am grateful for the variety of vegetables that family, friends and neighbors have gathered, made, stored and shared – everything from tomatoes, potatoes, summer squash, and zucchini, to romanco broccoli, coriander, … Read more
Calicarpa America, commonly known as the beautiful strawberry, is a medium-sized, evergreen shrub that produces amazing violet-purple berries in the fall. Kalicarpa is a North Carolina native that grows from the mountains to the coast. Amy Dixon Special Correspondent All flowers, fragrances, and leaves of the tree all have time to shine. This harvest season … Read more