I Built a Wildlife Pond In My Native Garden
My wife and I built a native wildlife pond using a 66-gallon rigid liner we found on the side of the road
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Everything’s Better In the Spring
Just sharing a little appreciation for my favorite season and the beautiful Inflorescences from so many of our native trees
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Observations, Spring, UncategorizedJune Update On the Native Meadow
Initial Planting and Weed Pressure When I planted dozens of native seeds back in December, I knew that I’d have to battle it out with weeds, practice patience, and steel myself for whatever surprises or disappointments may come! Two months ago I started to see just how much weed pressure there still is in these
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Observations, SpringThree Months in a Greenhouse: Successes, Failures, and Lessons
This growing season has been monumental for me: my first full season at the new home, my first time starting seeds in a greenhouse, and the most ambitious garden plans I’ve ever had. While there are many reasons to celebrate, I can’t stop thinking about how I lost all my tomatoes. This hit me hard
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Observations, SpringHow Has a Greenhouse Changed How I Start Seeds?
With over 600 seeds started, ranging from heirloom fruits and vegetables to wildflowers and native pollinator plants—I’ve grown exponentially more than my previous years starting seeds in the basement. The greenhouse offers unparalleled advantages, allowing me to sow seeds earlier than ever before because of the amplified natural sunlight and heat retention. Moreover, the natural
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