According to all the books fall is the best time to transplant raspberries. However, sometimes you just have to do what you can. When we first moved to Vermont 18 years go we bought some raspberry bushes and planted them in our lower field. Not exactly convenient and over the years they have been overgrownContinue reading “Transplanting Raspberries”
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5 Garden Projects You Can Do Yourself
If you’re like me most of your garden projects you like to do yourself. If it involves moving large rocks or cutting down trees then I resort to the professionals. However there are many projects that you can tackle yourself. Raised Beds: I’ve always liked raised beds and now that I am older I loveContinue reading “5 Garden Projects You Can Do Yourself”
When You Buy Plants, Spend Smart!
Today you can buy plants anywhere, in supermarkets, big-box stores and roadside stands. They often cost less in supermarkets than they do in nurseries, and it’s tempting to toss a box of petunias into the cart along with your groceries. Sometimes they’ll work out fine, but it’s a gamble. Plants at these stores may notContinue reading “When You Buy Plants, Spend Smart!”
Is It Spring Yet?
I don’t know what the weather is like where you live but this week has felt more like summer than spring! We went from cool temperatures to the high 70s and even low 80s! I do love this time of year, no bugs yet! We were able to sit outside and enjoy our first dinnerContinue reading “Is It Spring Yet?”
Tips for Transplanting
Home from my week away and the vegetable seeds that were planted a month ago have been doing very well. Before they get any bigger it is time to transplant them into larger pots. I like to transplant the seedlings after they’ve grown two or more true leaves (the cotyledons don’t count). This can beContinue reading “Tips for Transplanting”
The Well Stocked Garden Pantry
Like a well-stocked pantry for a cook, a good “medicine cabinet” will save a gardener time and money, especially when it comes to pest control. You may already have many of the necessary ingredients for safe and natural deterrence at home. Store them in a handy location, out of reach of both children and pets.Continue reading “The Well Stocked Garden Pantry”
The Wonders of Raised Beds
I always had a few raised beds in my vegetable garden but last year we decided to transition to all raised beds. What is a raised bed? It is a mound of lose, well-prepared soil, six to eight inches high that will make for easier gardening and healthier crops. The beds can be permanent, withContinue reading “The Wonders of Raised Beds”
Making a Veggie Bag
Cut down on plastic bags with this simple cloth bag. It will help keep vegetables fresh, letting them breathe and absorbing excess moisture. I had some extra muslin from another project and it took me no time at all to sew this veggie bag! I now have two ideas for homemade Christmas gifts for next year;Continue reading “Making a Veggie Bag”
Gardening DIY, or Call a Pro?
Deciding whether or not to tackle a gardening job yourself will depend on many things. How much strength you have, your level of knowledge, your time, and your degree of interest in taking on the project. It’s never wise to take on something you can’t finish, or you can’t do properly, because unfinished projects costContinue reading “Gardening DIY, or Call a Pro?”
My Garden: Growing Seedlings Inside
Do you live in an area of the country with a short growing season? If you are interested in having your own vegetable seedlings you will have to start your seeds indoors. After reading last week’s post on Time To Plant Seeds you will know how to figure out when to start your seeds indoors.Continue reading “My Garden: Growing Seedlings Inside”
Nancy on the Home Front 