We decided to build a rain garden next to our garage in our backyard, complete with a rain barrel. Our city has a great rain garden program. If you get your garden pre-approved, you can get a free rain barrel, reimbursed for every square foot and reduced stormwater fees. Score! Why plant a rain garden? […]
How does your garden grow?
The gorgeous weather this weekend allowed us lots of garden progress. So, I guess it’s time to share where we’re at for our veggie garden. Still lots to do, but we’ve come a long way. Here is the backyard last summer: Here’s the area with the cute little fence Ryan built me last week. And […]
Cans to Containers
I really love containers, but they can be PRICE-Y. And, by pricey, I mean trade in the car for a big, gorgeous planter pricey. Not gonna happen. So, I’m trying to be resourceful. After all, the plants can get expensive on their own. Project 1: Can to Container Subtitle: Cheering up the fence. Step 1: Find […]
Square foot gardening
Square Foot Gardening: A New Way to Garden in Less Space with Less Work by Mel Bartholomew My review rating: 5 of 5 stars Are you tired of my gardening book reviews yet? This is, by far, the best vegetable gardening book I have read – particularly if you are interested in square foot gardening. […]
In bloom!
This weekend – we had the chance to admire some lovely blooms in our area. Kinda like stopping a smelling the roses. Ryan’s grandma has two fabulous Magnolia trees. I love them. But, boy – are they messy! My aunt also has a lovely blooming tree – an ornamental plum. And about a thousand lovely, […]
Happy Spring!
Grass is coming up in the egg shells. Don’t they look adorable? I cannot bear to part with the little display, even if Easter is passed.