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Is it just me, or are those hosta plants GORGEOUS? Holy canolies people, they make me smile every time I walk past them. I only wish the 2 packets of allysum seeds would hurry and and grow some flowers because right now, it looks like I have a bunch of weeds growing under my hosta Read More >>
I had planned on attending the Seattle Tilth Plant Sale yesterday morning but I got in late Friday night and forgot to set my alarm. By the time I woke up, it was too late {I like to be first in line so I get the best plants} so I just stayed home and did Read More >>
May is my favorite month to plant! It’s when all I harden off all of my seedlings, get them in the ground, and FINALLY gardening is in full swing. Again, I’ll be gardening on both coasts this month, so I’ll get double the time to get my fingers in the dirt {and only 1/2 the Read More >>
One of our favorite readers, Lisa from Tasmania is at it again. I love when she sends over stories and pictures from her life in Australia. She’s shared amazing pictures of her garden and even a cute Easter craft. This time she’s talking tomato laterals: Hi Mavis! Your garden is looking amazing {as is all Read More >>
I have a succulent addiction. They are easily one of my favorite plants–indoor and out {though, for the past several years, I have only planted them outdoors}. You can create living succulent walls, for an instant in-your-face wall of green, or terrariums for effortless indoor awesomeness. I like to mix them into my outdoor landscaping. Read More >>
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