Ten years ago my mother and I took a trip to North Carolina. On the way there we stayed with an old family friend in Virginia. The woman was moving things around in her garden and asked me if I’d like her English Lavender plant. I had no idea whether or not the plant wouldContinue reading “My Garden: The Joys of Lavender”
Category Archives: Gardening
Frugal Tips: Pricey Spices
Do you love oregano? I use it in so many ways. Usually there is a container of oregano in my spice cabinet. You may have noticed that the price of spices has increased and those little bottles can be so expensive. I also have two beautiful plants in my garden so I can enjoy freshContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Pricey Spices”
My Garden: Favorite Tools
I love to garden and I love my gardening tools! I have a few favorite tools that make the job of weeding so much easier! I thought I would share my favorites with you! Wheelbarrow My garden is a walk from the house and the wheelbarrow is the perfect “tool” to carry everything in! IContinue reading “My Garden: Favorite Tools”
My Garden: Seed Saving Class #2
It’s always hard to give up a chunk of time to go do something during the summer when there is so much to be done at home. This past weekend was my second Seed Saving Class and I have to say it was well worth the time! The gardens were so beautiful and it wasContinue reading “My Garden: Seed Saving Class #2”
My Garden: Creating a New Garden Bed
I love creating new garden beds. When I divide my perennials I hate to throw them away so I just create a new garden bed to move them to. I’d much rather have more garden beds and less lawn! When you want to turn an area of your lawn into a new garden bed youContinue reading “My Garden: Creating a New Garden Bed”
My Garden: Dandelions
Before I get down to taking about dandelions I wanted to make you aware of my Facebook link on my page! Yes, On The Home Front now has it’s very own Facebook page! Be sure to check it out and “Like” it! Now welcome to my garden! I don’t know about you but I haveContinue reading “My Garden: Dandelions”
My Garden: Seed Saving
In taking the time to plant a garden and harvest your own food you are interested in growing what’s best for your family. Part of the reason I have an extensive garden is to know what we’re eating. I want the food to be organic and good for us. I have become more and moreContinue reading “My Garden: Seed Saving”
Frugal Tip: Dividing Hostas to Save Money
Buying perennials for your garden can be expensive. I have grand visions of what I want my gardens to look like but I also have a limited pocketbook. There are two ways to get around this, when your friends are dividing their perennials ask for the plants they no longer have room for. My originalContinue reading “Frugal Tip: Dividing Hostas to Save Money”
My Garden: Timing is Everything
This past weekend was a beautiful weekend in Vermont. It would have been a great weekend to be outside working in the garden getting all those outside projects started. However my husband and I were in PA visiting our son who is attending Grove City College. For some reason the school holds their Parent’s WeekendContinue reading “My Garden: Timing is Everything”
My Garden: Soil Testing
Before my garden is fully planted I take a soil test. I try to do this every couple of years. It gives me an idea as to what nutrients my garden is lacking and also will tell me how to correct any deficiencies. Since I live in Vermont I can have a soil test doneContinue reading “My Garden: Soil Testing”
Nancy on the Home Front 