This simple, but stately ball fountain sitting on a pedestal is a delightful addition to the garden. It replaced an old homemade crystal ball fountain that the raccoons had completely destroyed. This one has held…Read More
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Autumn Garden on HGTV.COM
In 2004 when the garden was just a couple of years old, HGTV showcased it in their Favorite Fall Gardens feature. The summer garden works intensively to produce herbs and flowers, and just when you…Read More
This Way to the Pumpkin Patch
The scarecrow is guiding you to find the pumpkin Patch. This is an old Martha Stewart purchase from Martha by Mail. He is looking a bit worse for wear, but he has had a tough…Read More
Organic Rose Spray
Here’s an organic spray we’ve had success in using to control insect damage and blackspot on our roses. You can use just the insect spray alone or add baking soda to control disease and even…Read More
Well Water Feature
When our aged, Norway spruce had to be cut down, it was devastating to lose such an old friend. We didn’t know what would become of the barren land left behind that had been protected…Read More
White Knockout Roses
There is no denying that the Knockout line of roses are one of, if not the most popular of shrub roses. What’s not to like? They are not fussy about how they are pruned or…Read More