Garden Snacks & Lawn Care Chores
Weather conditions have been a bit mixed this week, except for the humidity! It always seems to be humid. I’ve been enjoying my early morning and evening strolls in the gardens–with the shop dogs loping by my side.
Downpours During Harvest Time
Remember when I was dancing at the prospect of rain? Well, you might have noticed we got some! My gardens underwent significant downpours, but the wind caused some damage. Earlier this week, I woke up to find one of my tomatillos flattened to the ground.
Bring on the Rain and the Harvests!
If you remember from a couple weeks ago, I found damage that I was unsure if it was fruitworm or blossom-end rot. So, it’s time for a dissection! I cut up one tomato and found no evidence of fruitworm, so I am more confident that the plant has blossom-end rot.
Hoofing It through Mid-July garden maintenance
What’s the dirt? Well, it’s been hot, smokey, and oh-so-humid. Weeds have been flourishing–they aren’t as picky water-wise and don’t mind heat as much. My lawn is a little crispy (I don’t water typically in an attempt to conserve), but the
Getting a Step Ahead of Pests & Invasives
The sun is a-shinin’ and it has finally cooled off a bit. As I said last week, I struggle with hot temperatures, so I am so thankful for this reprieve–and I think the gardens are too. Between the rain, I managed to get out in the veggie bed
Plantings & Pests: Gardening in July
Time to dig into some hot dirt–maybe with some potholders! I have to admit, my time in the garden this week has been limited. The relentless heat and humidity have been tough –and I don’t handle heat well (what can I say, I’m a New Englander, and
Rain, Rain, Come Again! Please!
Let’s dig into the dirt! Finally, some rain! I am very grateful for the rain, but this week has still been about mitigating the hot, dry weather we’ve been having thus far this season, and Sunday was all about watering and fertilizing. I know, I sound like a
From Beautiful Blooms to Stressed Out Plants
What’s growing on in the garden this week? Let’s take a look! In the perennial bed, my Little Redhead Spigelia is in bloom with their flame red petals and their striking yellow throats. I love this flower for pollinators, for their long bloom (they even bloom twice a
June: When pests come to party in the garden
My, oh my, this report makes the garden sound like a battlefield! Don’t lose heart, June is always when we start seeing pest problems. Your own eyes are the most important tools: observe and inspect before the problem gets bigger.
Classic New England Garden Weather: From Hail to Heat
I managed to get a hoard of native plants into the ground: Meadow Rue, Ironweed, Golden Rod, Swamp Verbena, and more. Though, I did think I had killed my Joe Pye weed when I attempted to divide the clump–and I fell victim to a classic garden mistake: killing a plant with care.
Soggy weather can’t stop us Gardening!
Looking for dirt on gardening conditions and things to expect? You’ve come to the right place. It’s the week of Memorial Day, and in our area, this is the traditional weekend to start planting your warm weather crops: no more expected frosts (famous last words in New England).
What’s Heating Up In The Garden?
First garden report of the spring? Let’s dig in! It’s mid-May and already we are saying goodbye to the dazzling blooms of daffodils, creeping phlox, crabapples, and tulips (though, I have a few stubborn Queen of the Night tulips that are hanging on even through this heat).