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Want to Use your Fall Leaves?
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Want to Use your Fall Leaves?

So, you want to use your fall leaves in your compost pile? Well, that is a great idea, but there...
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Fall
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Fall

You have probably heard that you can plant your fruit trees in the spring. Well, that is correct. You surely...
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Fall Planting: What is Hydro Zoning?
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Fall Planting: What is Hydro Zoning?

Watering your fall plants As autumn approaches and you prepare for your fall planting, it's important to consider the most...
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The Secret to Growing Rhododendrons: Tips from the Pros
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The Secret to Growing Rhododendrons: Tips from the Pros

Rhododendron Rhododendrons have long been a favorite among gardeners for their thick, glossy evergreen leaves and clusters of beautiful trumpet-shaped...
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Insects with Benefits. It’s a Thing.
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Insects with Benefits. It’s a Thing.

  Did you know that certain insects have the potential to act as natural pesticides?  Insects with benefits! These beneficial...
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Native, Kousa, and Hybrid Dogwoods
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Native, Kousa, and Hybrid Dogwoods

There are a lot of different dogwoods on the market. You might be wondering what the real difference is. Just...
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Dogwoods: The Right Way
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Dogwoods: The Right Way

Hybrid pink dogwood You may find it hard to find a dogwood tree by late April. That is because a...
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Should You Plant Cover Crops?
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Should You Plant Cover Crops?

When you think of planting cover crops, you probably think that only huge farms do that. Well, you would be...
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Southern Living Squash Casserole
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Southern Living Squash Casserole

 I found this squash casserole recipe on the Southern Living website. You may know that we carry a lot of...
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Good vs. Evil- The Humingbird Moth
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Good vs. Evil- The Humingbird Moth

Good vs. evil- the hummingbird moth. If you have ever seen one of these beautiful, graceful insects, you have probably...
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A”hoy”a!  Learning how to grow Hoya
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A”hoy”a! Learning how to grow Hoya

Rope Hoya Many different types of hoya can be grown but we will take the next few minutes to focus...
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Gardener’s Lasagna
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Gardener’s Lasagna

Gardeners Lasagna Gardener’s Lasagna   2 medium zucchinis sliced lengthwise 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion diced 1 small green...
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A Lazy Guide to Summer Watering
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A Lazy Guide to Summer Watering

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Wading Through the Weeds
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Wading Through the Weeds

If you have ever removed weeds from your garden, only to find they have seemingly sprung back to life with...
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12 Things to do in Late July-August
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12 Things to do in Late July-August

Picture by Peggy Choucair This is the month to begin to think about fall. So we have compiled a short...
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Tomato Hornworms & Parasitic Wasps
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Tomato Hornworms & Parasitic Wasps

tomato hornworm If you plant tomatoes in your garden every year, it is highly probable that you have come across...
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A Passion for Pollinators
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A Passion for Pollinators

June is the month of pollinators. And, if you are like me, you are passionate about pollinators. Hence, we should...
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Don’t Fear the Spider Plant
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Don’t Fear the Spider Plant

Spider Plant Most houseplant enthusiasts are familiar with the beloved spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum). It is also called Airplane Plant....
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Monster Swiss Cheese Plant: AKA Monstera
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Monster Swiss Cheese Plant: AKA Monstera

Swiss Cheese Plant Your Monster Swiss Cheese plant or, Monstera as they are commonly known, might be a lot easier...
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Lantana: The Invincible Blooms
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Lantana: The Invincible Blooms

If you are not familiar with lantana as a summer plant, I am here to tell you there's no way...
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August 24, 2023
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Southern Living Squash Casserole

 I found this squash casserole recipe on the Southern Living website. You may know that we carry a lot of Southern Living plants so I decided […]
July 18, 2023
zucchini lasagna

Gardener’s Lasagna

Gardener’s Lasagna   2 medium zucchinis sliced lengthwise 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion diced 1 small green pepper diced 1 (8oz) can tomato sauce 1 […]
May 25, 2023

Green Goddess Salad Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise ( keep in mind your mayo affects the flavor)  1/2 cup sour cream  Zest from 1 lemon and 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 cup fresh […]
April 17, 2023

Crowd Pleasin’ Spinach Dip

Ingredients: 1 lb. of fresh spinach (washed, chopped, and parboiled) For more flavor you may fully cook with chopped onions until the onions are caramelized. 1 […]
March 24, 2023

Braised Spring Greens with Bacon

Ingredients: 2 ounces of thick-cut bacon finely diced 2 TBS of extra virgin olive oil 1 Lg. shallot thinly sliced 1 hot pepper of your choice, […]
February 6, 2023

Mama J’s Party Mix

This is the perfect recipe for the holidays or family reunions. Maybe consider it for putting into snack bags to send off in school lunches. Party […]
January 9, 2023

Lo-Cal Chicken and White Bean Soup

This Lo-Cal Chicken and White Bean Soup is sure to become a winter favorite for you and your family. Add your own twist to make it […]
December 19, 2022
muesli

Muesli (a great way to start your day)

You can’t go wrong with starting your day off with a wholesome breakfast that is healthy and satisfying.      Muesli   2 c. old fashioned […]
October 21, 2022
Judys Broccoli Soup

Judy’s Favorite Creamy Broccoli Soup

3 cups fresh or frozen broccoli, cut up 1/2 cup water 1 tsp salt 2 TBS cornstarch 2 1/2 cups of milk 2 TBS margarine 1 […]
September 19, 2022
stuffed green peppers

Judy’s Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed Peppers 1 lb. ground beef or turkey ½ med. onion diced 1 large or 2 med. tomatoes or 7 oz canned diced tomatoes 1 Tbs. […]
August 31, 2022
zucchini pickles

Zucchini Refrigerator Pickles

Easy Zucchini Refrigerator Pickles 6 small zucchini (may also use cucumbers) 1 onion 1 cup sugar 1 ½ c. white vinegar 1 tsp. turmeric ½ tsp […]
August 2, 2022
blueberry recipe

3 Ingredient Blueberry Cobbler

1 box of yellow cake mix 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 1 can of sprite or 7-up    Pre-heat oven to 350. Lightly spray a […]
June 27, 2022
Blueberry lemon no bake cheesecake

Unbelievably Simple Blueberry & Lemon Cheesecake

This recipe for unbelievably simple Blueberry and Lemon cheesecake is sure to become a favorite with your friends and family for every summer get together. Ingredients: […]
June 1, 2022

Red, White, and Blue Icebox Cake

1   8 oz box of cream cheese 20 ish graham crackers  1 cup powdered sugar 1  Tbs. vanilla 1 Tbs. lemon zest 3 cups heavy cream […]
March 14, 2022

Cast Iron Rosemary Parmesan Biscuits

Cast Iron Rosemary Parmesan BiscuitsPrep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutesIngredients:2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder2 tablespoons granulated sugar¼ […]