There seem to be two schools of thought on rain water. One is that it is our enemy and needs to be removed from our property as quickly as possible. The second is that water is our friend, and we need to capture it and let it sink back into the soil. Clearly, moving it [...]
Ideas for the vegetable garden Silver beet (Chard) is one of my favorite winter plants. There are two main types available: the original dark green variety such as ‘Ford hook’; and the newer, colored silver beet – called ‘Bright Lights’. The latter has a milder flavor, so if you don’t like the flavor of the [...]
With Less than 30 days till autumn begins it’s time to start thinking about cold weather landscape management! Autumn and winter preparation of trees and properties ensures a vibrant growth next season. It’s getting closer for property owners to begin winter preparations of trees and yards. It’s not time to put away the lawn maintenance [...]
I love fall. It’s my favorite season. I love the colors, the smell of dried leaves in the air, seeing my breath puff in the morning. I love that we need an extra blanket on the bed. I love that I can get out my heavier jackets. I love that I have an excuse to [...]
