It seems that everyone wants to push the seasons.I haven’t even raked the first fallen leaf and already the mailman has delivered the first seed catalog of the season. It’s from the same company that …
Seed Sowing Secrets
The last of my seed orders arrived in the mail today and now I have all the seeds I need and want for my 2008 garden.It's hard to imagine that I could be sowing some of my seeds outside in just a few …
Keep Your Seeds in a Cool, Dry Place
There is a whole ritual that most of us gardeners follow when we acquire seeds. You know the routine.First, we get the seed catalogs. We look through them, read the descriptions, and dream of a …
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Pick a Post Friday: “Turnips” Win
Brought to you by popular vote, tonight’s “pick a post” is about turnips.Brassica rapa. The common turnip. Why have I never tried to grow turnips in my garden? I’m an experienced gardener; I’m getting …
Bloom Day, Book Club and Seeds
Garden Bloggers' Bloom DayGarden Bloggers' Bloom Day is just around the corner. If you are thinking that you’ll skip it because after all, it’s January, here are five reasons to join in.5. If you live …
Odd Weather, Old Seed Catalogs and a Quiz
Who else thought those warm days earlier this week were more creepy than welcome? It just wasn't right. Unusual record breaking warm weather in January messes with your mind and makes you think you …
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