Backyard Stories
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The Future Of Gardening Is Sustainable
Made more aware by the pandemic, I believe that the trend toward sustainable living will continue this year and beyond.
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I See The Future of Gardening From The Passenger Window
Here you can read about how I see the future of gardening from the passenger window.
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Intoxicating Herbs
I grow and enjoy all kinds of herbs, but one isn’t feasible for my region and another eludes me.
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Drought Tolerant Doesn't Mean Invincible
It’s always been my belief that nature could overcome adversity, but the California drought proves me wrong.
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Years of Blooms
My peace lily holds sentimental value and stays healthy in the same pot, year after year.
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Sense and Sensibility
How Common Sense Plays a Role in Sustainability
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A Disciple Of Sustainability
Maintaining a sustainable lifestyle helps me contribute to the balance between the environment, equity, and economy.
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My Indoor Flowering Maple
Click here to learn about my favorite flowering houseplant and why it holds a place in my heart.
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Finding Homes For Unwanted Seedlings
Click here to learn what I do with extra seedlings when I have too many to plant in the garden.
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Propagation of Plants Tests Patience
Click here to learn which plants and methods I find easiest as well as the plant I find hardest to propagate.
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Living Pieces Of Art
Houseplants have become as integral to my home décor as the chairs I sit in! Learn more about my plant home décor here.
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Bigger Isn’t Always Better
Click here to find out all about the time I learned bigger isn’t always better when it comes to gardening.
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Gappy Garden
I am adamant about having privacy in my yard and have found natural ways to get it. Read on to learn more.
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Preserving Precious Tubers
Every fall, it's time to dig up the tubers again. It's hard work, but it's worthwhile, especially if you don't want to pay for new ones.
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Warm Winter Brings Early Spring
Mild winters have their pros and cons. Early blooms are nice, but late freezes – not so much.
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Winters Can Be Warm?
What was the warmest winter I remember? There wasn’t one where I grew up at, in Central Alaska. However, click here to learn about my first experience with a warm winter.
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Almost Too Easy
Click here to find out all about my favorite low maintenance houseplant, as well as why it’s my favorite.
