This year I’m on a mission to grow 4,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables in my suburban backyard. In 2012 I was able to grow 2,028 pounds, and in 2013 I’m going double or nothing. I have absolutely no idea if I’ll be able to achieve my goal. But, as with any adventure, half the fun is getting there. ~Mavis ******* This Read More >>
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Mavis Garden Blog – My Favorite Fruit Varieties of 2012 and Where to Find Them
Normally on Wednesday mornings I write my Weigh in Wednesday post. But I’ve got nothing to “weigh in” this week so I’ve decided to share my favorite varieties of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberry plants with you instead. And ask for your help with suggestions as to what fruit trees I should plant next year {I Read More >>
Botanical Interests Seed Giveaway – Enter to Win 23 Seed Packets + Digz Garden Gloves
Wahoooo…. If you are looking for seeds to plant in your garden this fall {or even early next spring}, then you’ll totally want to enter this awesome Botanical Interests seed packet giveaway. What’s in the box? 6 packets of Lettuce seeds 4 packets of Kale seeds 4 packets of Radish seeds 2 packets of Chive seeds Read More >>
The First Mobile Home
The summer my mom graduated from high school my grandparents bought a narrow piece of waterfront property out on hood canal. The next year, my grandparents had a double wide mobile home put on the property and had it placed up near the water. As a kid, I have MANY fond memories of spending my Read More >>
Online Grocery Deals, Magazines for Kids, Cashew Almond Bar Recipe and More
Hello Monday. I hope there is sunshine and rainbows in your neck of the woods because we are in for another WET and cloudy day here in the Pacific Northwest {lame} and so I think I’ll stay in and get some baking and cleaning done. Have a great day everyone, ♥ Mavis *This deal post Read More >>