Author Archives: Karen

I read somewhere about potatoes..

Posted on May 2, 2010 by Karen

That, when they begin to grow, you should continue to mound mulch and dirt around the base. Don’t let potatoes see the sun! So, I dug up a bunch of old leaf and grass mulch from the side yard and … Continue reading →

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Avoid Pesticides

Posted on May 1, 2010 by Karen

If you don’t have your own garden, like I do.. the second best way to avoid pesticide residue on foods is to buy organic produce — USDA rules prohibit the use of pesticides on any crop with the certified organic … Continue reading →

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the First Harvest

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Karen

I just had to harvest in April. My first harvest from my very first garden. Lettuces, spinach, parsley, and basil. Tonight, we have fresh salad greens. Hooray!

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Mosquito Control

Posted on April 24, 2010 by Karen

Types of natural mosquito repelling plant: Basil – basil is not just good in your pasta dish… it is good to keep those pests at bay come summertime. Plant them in small table height planters and watch them be decorative & … Continue reading →

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Lemongrass

Posted on April 23, 2010 by Karen

Thanks to Ellen Berry for this great site, Dave’s Garden. I am going to try some lemongrass! ** Update ** My sister bought some lemongrass for me. I understand that it will die in our winters so I’ll be bringing … Continue reading →

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Soil, moisture, wind, humidity – by the hour?!

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Karen

Want to know everything about the state climate in North Carolina? By the hour? Wind, air, humidity, soil, on and on. Everything you ever wanted to know and more. Check out the State Climate office of North Carolina. If we … Continue reading →

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Hostas

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Karen

Today, Laura and I planted a bunch more hostas and fern. We also planted our rhubarb! With everything I’ve planted / am planting, surely something will grow up to be beautiful! I am loving every minute of my wonderful yard!

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Global Days of Service

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Karen

What did you do for Global Days of Service – April 17 & 18? We planted some more trees in our yard. This time, fruit trees. I’ll let you know how they do, when and if we get fruit! I … Continue reading →

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8 Great Perennial Vegetables

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Karen

* Asparagus: Grows best in full sun and non-soggy, somewhat sandy soil. I like it cut into one-inch pieces and stir fried raw with sesame oil and a little sliced ginger (top with toasted sesame seeds). Or, brush with olive … Continue reading →

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Dandelions

Posted on April 15, 2010 by Karen

Laura and I spent a good part of the afternoon pulling up dandelions. Kind of fun, actually. And very rewarding. We each had a bag full. I’m worried about going out again to look tomorrow… We saw no more dandelions … Continue reading →

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