Category: Seasonal

The Definitive Guide to Growing Vibrant Chrysanthemums: Tips and Tricks

Welcome to the definitive guide on growing vibrant chrysanthemums! If you have ever marveled at the striking beauty of these flowers and wondered how to cultivate them yourself, you’re in the right place. Chrysanthemums, or mums for short, are known for their vibrant colors and captivating forms, making them a popular choice for gardens and …

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Asparagus and Autumn: A Perfect Match for Your Fall Garden

As the leaves change and the weather cools, gardening enthusiasts eagerly prepare for the fall season. If you’re looking to add a nutritious and delicious addition to your autumn garden, look no further than asparagus. This versatile vegetable is a perfect match for the fall garden, bringing both beauty and bounty to your backyard. Not …

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Fall Planting Peas: How to Extend Your Harvest and Enjoy Fresh Peas All Year

Fresh peas bursting with flavor are a delightful addition to any meal. But why limit yourself to enjoying them only during the summer? Fall planting peas allows you to extend your harvest and savor the freshness of peas all year round. By planting peas in the fall, you take advantage of the cooler temperatures and …

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Perfect Yoga Positions to Reach Your Summer Samsara

**Before embarking on any new exercise adventures, it is recommended you consult a medical professional, in order to avoid hurting yourself or otherwise putting your physical wellbeing in harm’s way. Yoga is great for everyone, but, just like skateboarding or luge racing, it works best when practiced safely.** In the middle of the year, when …

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9 Essential Calibrachoa Care Tips for a Blooming Beautiful Garden

Welcome to our guide on calibrachoa care tips for a blooming beautiful garden. If you want to turn your garden into a vibrant and colorful oasis, calibrachoa should be at the top of your list. These stunning, trumpet-shaped flowers come in a variety of eye-catching colors and are known for their ability to bloom profusely …

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Lemon Cucumber Gazpacho Recipe

As the sun beats down and the air shimmers with heat, there’s nothing quite like the cool, crisp taste of a chilled soup to revive your senses. Today, I’m excited to share with you my favorite summer refresher: a zesty Lemon Cucumber Gazpacho that’s sure to become your go-to recipe for those sweltering days. A …

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From Garden to Frame: The Delicate Craft of Pressed Flower Art

Welcome to the enchanting world of pressed flower art, where nature’s beauty is preserved in delicate frames. In this captivating art form, fresh flowers are carefully picked and meticulously pressed to create stunning pieces that capture the essence of nature’s fleeting beauty. From vibrant petals to intricate leaves, each pressed flower tells a unique story. …

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Light Up Your Backyard with Firefly Conservation

Here come real stars to fill the upper skies,And here on earth come emulating flies,That though they never equal stars in size,(And they were never really stars at heart)Achieve at times a very star-like start.Only, of course, they can’t sustain the part. -Robert Frost, Fireflies in the Garden When the heat of the summer puts …

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Sunshine on a Plate: Easy Spaghetti with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

There’s something magical about the combination of pasta, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil. It’s like capturing the essence of a sun-drenched Italian summer right on your plate. Today, I’m excited to share with you a simple yet delightful recipe for spaghetti pasta with cherry tomatoes and parmesan cheese, garnished with basil. Perfect for beginners, this …

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Add Some Fizz to Your Summer with Fermentation

There is a lacto-fermentation craze afoot. The superstar of the FIY (ferment-it-yourself) movement is kombucha, a fizzy tea-based drink that refreshes as much as it maintains your gut bacteria healthy and happy. Because it’s so good for digestion, proponents of kombucha recommend drinking it every day to make it a part of your body’s routine. …

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