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10 Smart Reasons to Use Raised Beds in Your Garden

Published on June 12, 2015Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you have struggled with poor soil conditions, switching to raised garden beds may be the solution you have been looking for. Find out all the benefits to growing in raised beds. Also … [Read more...]

12 Colorful Garden Ideas to Kick it Up a Notch

Published on May 18, 2015Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you love a pop of color in the garden, I’ve got 12 colorful ideas to kick your garden up a notch. Use these tips to give your garden a fresh, new look. There are also colorful garden ideas here … [Read more...]

A Sweet Encounter: Hummingbird’s Fascination With a Cat

Published on January 15, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Last summer, we witnessed the most unexpected encounter—a hummingbird that seemed totally captivated by our cat, fluttering around and watching its every move. It was like the little bird had found … [Read more...]

If You Truly Love Nature…

Published on November 26, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This is a favorite nature-inspired quote attributed to artist Vincent Van Gogh. For more favorite garden quotes and some humor, see 50 Short, Funny, & Favorite Garden Quotes. Deeds … [Read more...]

Story Of The Lost Wedding Ring

Published on November 14, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

One day on a family outing, my husband lost his wedding. It flew off his finger and landed in a swamp! It seemed impossible, but we were determined to try and find it. Here’s our story from years … [Read more...]

Best Apple Recipes From Salad To Pies

Published on October 30, 2014Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

These best apple recipes come from organic gardeners who love to cook and bake. You’ll find everything from salads to decadent desserts. If you’re interested in baking pies and want to know … [Read more...]

What to Sow in Fall Before It Snows

Published on October 1, 2014Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

There are plenty of plants, bulbs, and seeds to add to the fall garden before the ground freezes. Options include some fast-growing cold tolerant food crops, cover crops to enrich the soil, and an … [Read more...]