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To Grow Moss, or to Kill it?

To Grow Moss, or to Kill it?

Today's story, "Too Much Moss" gave me a chuckle because it's so relevant to me right now. I have been trying to grow moss in my flower garden for years  …
Black Gold, Brown Laughter

Black Gold, Brown Laughter

Let’s face it—gardeners are an inventive bunch when it comes to nourishing their plants. We brew banana peel tea, steep compost like it’s fine wine, sprinkle Epsom salts like fairy  …
Plants are People, Too

Plants are People, Too

Plants are people too, you know! I mean, maybe not exactly. I've never heard one talk, though maybe their mouths are just so tiny we can't hear them. What I  …
Growing Peonies, or Mowing Peonies?

Growing Peonies, or Mowing Peonies?

I have loved growing peonies over the last decade. They are my favorite flower and I've always dreamed about having a beautiful garden of them one day, with vases filled  …
Mini Garden Decor? Not Quite

Mini Garden Decor? Not Quite

When I imagine garden decor, I usually think of smaller items. Maybe it's a little gnome sitting at the edge of the sunflowers or little bells hanging from a branch  …
Do Rabbits Eat Marigolds?

Do Rabbits Eat Marigolds?

Today's story appeared to me ironically enough after I took some heat for suggesting marigolds might deter rabbits (among other pests like aphids). My experience gardening comes from real life,  …
The Nursery Man Was Not Amused

The Nursery Man Was Not Amused

If you've had the pleasure of working a customer service job of any kind, you'll be able to relate to the nursery man in this story. Of course, most customers  …