The little guide to garden un-procrastination

View through garden shed by Steenbergs

“The time to begin most things is ten years ago.” McLaughlin, M.

A garden takes years to get it to where you want it to be, maybe ten years. It takes even longer if you procrastinate.

Do you procrastinate?

Do you spend more time dreaming of your garden than working on it? [...]

A simple guide to buying vegetable seeds

Fresh vegetables by constructiondeal_marketing

I’d been watching that first tomato for days. Finally, it was red. I plucked it from the bush, popped it into my mouth, and bit down on the plump, juicy, red, roundness of it.

Flavor exploded into my mouth, coating my tongue. I sucked and savored, holding onto that moment.

There’s nothing like [...]

How to get more from your garden

Autumn rake by David Morris

“The more I accomplish, the more rushed and less satisfied I feel.” – Alison Kerr, 2010

It’s hard to believe that November is here already. Every year, I swear, time goes faster!

Remember my plan for a back yard makeover? I’ve not done half the things I planned for my garden this [...]

Top Eleven Reasons To Buy A Cordless Electric Lawn Mower Like Mine

Today’s post is by guest Lisa who writes at Privilege.

Lawn mowers might be one of the most passionately discussed topics in the United States. First and second place may go to politics and religion, but try bringing up the subject of mowers at your next gathering. You may have to step [...]

Gardening Magazines

There are a wealth of gardening magazines available to inspire you – a recent count at my local supermarket turned up 17 titles. Amazing! Nice to look at, most are short on organic and native plant information. Some are worth delving into though.

Magazines From Better Homes and Gardens (BHG)
Better Homes and Gardens

Who could resist the [...]