Chive flowers
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My daughters and I started a butterfly garden a couple of years ago, though we have seen a few butterflies pass by this was the first time we have been able to capture one on camera. This butterfly was visiting our butterfly bush, which for by many standards is basically a noxious weed. But it doesn’t need much water, makes pretty flowers, and butterflies/bees like it so seems like…
Another exciting day this week to be included in an interview on Science Friday with Ira Flatow. I’ll update this post and press page with a link to the interview when it becomes available. For people who were listening live here are a few of the topics that were discussed for quick reference: How to make your own upside Down Planter In your Garden The most profitable plants in…
width=”488″ height=”368″ /> Last year it was raining when I pulled my garlic and it almost seems like it hasn’t stopped running up to a couple of weeks ago. So unfortunately I was unable to properly let my garlic lay out in the sun for a few days to completely dry out. I did the best I could and braided the garlic and hung it up in my garage…
width=”549″ height=”365″ /> I am also getting some help watering the zucchinis… She has really grown up since last time I posted a picture
Photo from Alberta Home Gardening You’re not the only one who enjoys your garden–deer, rabbits and even household pets may find your flowers or vegetables to be tasty treats. And, of course, dogs and cats may mistake your garden beds for a great place to do their business. While organic or eco-friendly pest control is a good idea for combating any type of pest, it is especially important to…
width=”549″ height=”309″ /> So after decades of living in home in suburbia with a minimal amount of land this month I have moved to a new location where we have 1 acre of land to work with. Great news is there is awesome potential for gardening here, it also means I have to start over from scratch leaving my previous more mature plants behind… Though this definitely provides me…
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