in the garden

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3 February 2023

This week we have been part of an almost imperceptible shift, but one that registers deeply. We have tipped the mid-way between the winter equinox

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Why is it I can’t get to writing blog posts the way I used to? Part of it is because I let too much time pass between them and then I get to

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Today is Earth Day and I couldn’t think of a better day to introduce you to my latest collaboration with Mixbook! – a custom photo book to

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…or somewhere inbetween? I have been feeling very confused lately. Lost really. One day I decide to offer some workshops, the next day I it all

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This week we have reached the tipping point. The seasonal fulcrum when winter begins the ascent to spring. As the days lengthen we note with

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Somewhere I recently read that 90% of writing is rewriting. This often rings true when I’m writing blog posts. I stop and start, sometimes by

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By Bill Sublette Bev Thierwechter of Crozet has been named Master Gardener of the Year for 2021 by the Piedmont Master Gardeners. Known locally for

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Ron Patterson, EastIdahoNews.com There are two approaches to poinsettias. First, enjoy them as long as they look nice during the winter and then

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The shortest day or the longest night? It all depends on your perspective I guess. As holiday decor begins to spill out across the neighborhoods and

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Plants need light. Some need more, some need less, but they all need some. When growing plants indoors, this can be a problem. There are two aspects

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Ron Patterson, EastIdahoNews.com A lovely plant that often provides a splash of vibrant color any time during the winter is the amaryllis. You can

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Camera – Fujifilm FinePix S9900W. Camera – Canon EOS 7D with Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM macro zoom lens. This is the earliest it has

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Camera – Fujifilm FinePix S9900W Camera – Canon EOS 7D Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As

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Bald cypress in its best fall fashion (North Florida). My favorite tree in my yard – I have about fifty of which I planted around fifteen or so.

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Thanks for stopping by and have a gorgeous day! – Chris Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As