Tag Archives: Gardening

Autumn

Posted on September 25, 2017 by

Yes, they keep talking about autumn, but when the temperatures are in the mid 80’s and the humidity is 80%+ I’m not so sure. We live in what they loosely refer to as the seacoast although I guarantee you there … Continue reading →

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Yellow jackets

Posted on September 18, 2017 by

We’re expecting some rain this week so I thought I’d head out early yesterday morning and get a bucket of coneflowers back in the ground. But, I had a little more excitement than I wanted when I sunk the shovel … Continue reading →

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September gardening

Posted on September 11, 2017 by

I gardened last week until I had to take the weekend off and rest a little so I could anticipate another week of fall chores. 🙂 Last Wednesday, thirteen Master Gardeners gathered to divide, label and pot up almost 400 … Continue reading →

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End of Summer

Posted on August 30, 2017 by

As we head into Labor Day weekend even I have to admit summer is over. The night-time temperatures have dropped into the 40’s. Can you hear that noise? It’s me whining. 🙂 The gardens are still looking good, and I’m … Continue reading →

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Mid August Gardening

Posted on August 21, 2017 by

Second eye surgery – ✓. All I’m waiting for now is time to see how it all works out and what type of glasses I may need.  (pun intended) Last week, we received a gift of blackberries from our friends … Continue reading →

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To Rule A Garden…Or More

Posted on August 19, 2017 by

Originally posted on Gardens For Goldens:
“Anybody who wants to rule the world should try to rule a garden first.” ~ Author Unknown I found this unattributed quote and it struck me as true. Nothing humbles like a garden –…

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on August 16, 2017 by
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