I have two blueberry bushes in my back yard that I set out last year, so this is the second season for them. They delighted me with some blueberries last year, and I have been looking forward to more … [Read more...]
A Seedy Experiment
I learned how to do a "seedy experiment" at the Bean2Blog last week, so I thought I'd pass it along to those of you who aspire to be gardeners. Two of our speakers that day were students from the … [Read more...]
The Tomato Phantom
My backyard garden has two beautiful tomato plants this year, and I already have tomatoes that are getting ripe. Spring-like weather came so early this year that I was able to set the plants out much … [Read more...]
A Shade Garden Under the Slide
My grandson Landon and I spent most of the day Friday outside. His school was closed to observe Good Friday, so he came to my house to stay with me while his parents were working. He loves to be … [Read more...]
What’s Blooming This Winter
On these cold winter days I have a little springtime blooming in my kitchen. Back in the fall I planted some hyacinth bulbs in pots and set them by my kitchen windows. I have patiently watered and … [Read more...]
Wrapping Up the Season
There was a chill in the air today that felt like summer was really over. I decided it was time to say good-bye to the two tomato plants that I have called my garden this year. After the wet spring … [Read more...]
The Survivors
Some survived, some did not. The heat took its toll on my plants this summer. I tried to save them all, but water just wasn't enough. Too many weeks of 100 degree temperatures was just too much for … [Read more...]
The Enemy
I'm battling an enemy in my garden. I checked on the tomatoes today, and the top leaves were gone. On closer inspection, I found the cause.I've always called these ugly creatures tomato worms, but … [Read more...]
My Lemon Tree
I really love Meyer lemons. I love them so much I wanted to grow my own Meyer lemon tree, so back on May 22 of this year I ordered one from a plant nursery. I waited and waited for it to be shipped, … [Read more...]
Home
After more than 500 miles and 9 hours of driving yesterday, we finally pulled into our own driveway late in the afternoon. We had a great trip in Gulf Shores with the kids, but it felt good to see the … [Read more...]
