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Welcome to my garden! Join me in the trials, successes and errors of my newest passion. I plan for this to be fun, healthy and rewarding!
Currently, I'm a Real Estate Investor, mother of two, and serious blogger at KarensPerspective.com.
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Author Archives: Karen
Bird Nesting Time!
The birds have started pulling the fibers out of the Alpaca Nesting Ball, so that can mean only one thing… Bird Nesting Time!! I put out my birdhouses this morning in anticipation of the babies to come, … Continue reading
Breaking Down Leaves
How to break down the last of those fall leaves that you use to fill your flower beds? Kevin Lee Jacobs suggests Cottonseed Meal. Continue reading
Posted in Soil and Mulch
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How to Get Hummingbirds in Your Yard!
We have a lot of hummingbirds and I always want more! They’re so tiny and amazing. Here’s a great post I found on Houzz. Enjoy!
How to Keep Squirrels out of Your Birdfeeders
Got birdfeeders? Then I bet you have squirrels! I have birdfeeders – lots and lots of birdfeeders. I go through about 25 pounds of birdseed a month. And, as much as I love feeding the birds, feeding the squirrels is … Continue reading
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Japanese Maples
I’m a HUGE fan of Japanese Maples. I don’t even know how many I have! 13 Japanese Maples for Shade
March Gardens
It’s exactly mid-March and I can’t believe how much is already peaking out in the gardens! I love this time of year when I find new sprouts every day. Fabulous North Carolina (zone 7). … Continue reading
Angel Trumpet
Well, perhaps I spoke too soon. My Angel Trumpet is still blooming! Continue reading
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Tagged Angel Trumpet, Yellow Brugmansia
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Yellow Brugmansia – Angel Trumpet
My plant is in a pot on the deck and I literally have to water it every day, 7 days a week. Is it worth the effort? Continue reading
Bird Feeders – My Most Recent Obsession
And I can’t seem to stop… If you don’t yet have feeders and/or a bird bath, I strongly suggest you get some. Hours and hours of fascination and fun! Please, let me know your experience with birds and what else … Continue reading
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Keep Snakes Out of Your Bird House!
I have the most wonderful birdhouse. I love it so much and was thrilled last Spring when a momma bird immediately adopted it as home for her upcoming little ones. In only a matter of days, we heard the chirping … Continue reading
Posted in Birds
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