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If you are planning on getting some blueberry bushes in to the ground this year, early Spring is the best time to plant them. Local nurseries and home improvement stores should have them in stock right now so I put together this little how to a blueberry bush post for you. First, choose a variety Read More >>
This morning I started some English Thyme seeds under grow lights and I couldn’t be more excited. Thyme ranks in the top 5 of spices I use all frequently in my recipes, especially when I am cooking chicken, beef or crock pots full of soup. This is my first time starting it from seed and Read More >>
This year I’m adding parsley to the herb garden. I started some Italian Flat Leaf Parsley under grow lights the other day and I’m pretty excited about it. Not only do I plan on using it fresh, but I’m hoping to grow enough to dehydrate for use in the winter months as well. Brief description: Parsley Read More >>
I don’t know about you, but I am planting a boatload of Swiss chard seeds this spring. I started 1 packet of seed under my grow lights this morning, but I think I’ll wait until early spring to plant the rest of them outside. It’s great in stir-fry, but most of all, my chickens love Read More >>
This morning I started a flat of lobelia seeds. I had such great success growing lobelia last year for my hanging flower baskets, that I decided to grow it again. Besides growing lobelia for hanging flowers baskets, I plan to include it in my front window box as well. The cascading pink, purple and white Read More >>
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