The musings and adventures of an enthusiastic grower
Spring is just under twenty days away, and I couldn’t be more excited! Are you looking forward to spring and missing flowers as much as I am? It seems like a long wait since the last flower bloomed all those months ago. Although I’ve kept busy during these long winter months planning our bed layouts, …
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Somehow, we have successfully navigated the back-to-school marathon and all the music ensembles, athletics, and extracurricular activities that come with it. My son's event calendar was enough to keep me on my toes in September; after all, I am his primary chauffeur, personal administrative assistant, and head cheerleader at all his events. Such is the …
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It's hard to believe that we are starting to close the door to summer and are about to welcome the fall season. But, I'm not going to lie; I'm ready for the cooler temperatures that the change of seasons will bring, making garden tasks much more enjoyable. This growing season has been challenging to say …
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How is it possible that it is August already? Time certainly has been flying this summer. Our lives here at Whistling Bee Farm have been hectic this past month as the annuals we are growing are finally hitting their stride. The flowers are at their most abundant, and we are trying to keep up with …
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After taking a week off to enjoy the holiday, spend time with family, and celebrate my birthday, we are back with the final edition of 'What's Growing on in the Garden' for the season. It was nice to take some time to relax and reflect on what I'm thankful for, which, it turns out, is …
Continue reading "What’s Growing on in the Garden: November Edition"
Time flies when you’re having fun in the garden! I can hardly believe that I am writing another edition of ‘What’s Growing on in the Garden'! Well, let’s dig in! I’ve noticed that my garden chores have switched gears as we reach the end of October; after all, the growing season is fleeting. At this …
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THISTLE BE THE DAY 