Category Archives: Garden

GF Dandelion Fritters and Greens~ Spring Tonic

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Jacqueline

As one of nature’s wonder plants, dandelions appear in the spring just when most of us are in need of a detox. ~ Jacqueline

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Joys of Foraging~Edible Wild Free Food

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Jacqueline

(source) In the early days of foraging, our ancestors had to learn the hard way about such things as the laxative properties of certain plants and to eat only the stems of rhubarb and not the poisonous leaves. Through trial … Continue reading →

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Baker Creek Gardener’s Giveaway~ GMO-Free Seeds and a Cookbook

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Jacqueline

It is such a treat to be able to giveaway products that I know are good for you and good for the earth we have been given to steward. Danielle at Baker Creek has been SO gracious to make this Giveaway possible … Continue reading →

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Top Fragrant Flowers and Shrubs For Your Garden

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Jacqueline

Fragrant flowers make the garden memorable. If you’ve ever strolled outside at sunset and been surrounded by the tantalizing, citrus-y essence of orange or lemon blooms, you know what I mean. Plant your old-fashioned rose where you almost can’t help but put your nose … Continue reading →

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Red Raspberry Leaf Tea ~ For Women and Pregnancy

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Jacqueline

Red Raspberry Leaf is the herb of choice for pregnancy and for women’s health, and it is the best single herb that we can take for total uterine health. And it is not only great for mamas, it is also wonderful for … Continue reading →

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10 Garden Elements With Big Impact

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Jacqueline

1. An old latch on the garden gate~ Are you yearning to get back outside and continue that ever-evolving plan for your  garden? Spring is definitely in the air when the sun decides to show itself and bulbs begin to … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Cut Flower

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Jacqueline

Our all-time favorite cut flower is the Peruvian Lily or alstroemeria. You can find these orchid-like beauties at the supermarket now in big bunches, quite inexpensively as flowers go, 3 big sleeves for $10-$12. My husband surprised me with them for … Continue reading →

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Rooting Basil and Re-Growing Celery From Cuttings

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Jacqueline

Basil, the herb, has always been a big favorite with me. It is so pretty in the garden and it has many fun and delicious ways to use it in the kitchen. If you are a basil-lover as I am, … Continue reading →

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Bulk Herb Store ’4 Teas For Healing’ Giveaway

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Jacqueline

If you are here for the first time, you may not know that I LOVE the Bulk Herb Store and their products. They supply us with many excellent medicinal herbs and herbal blends (usually organic) along with a website designed to teach you … Continue reading →

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Straw Bale Urban Gardening ~ Ideas and Getting Started

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Jacqueline

(source) If you’re an urban gardener who’s hoping to find enough space to grow even a tomato plant or two, “building” a garden with straw bales creates a whole new range of possibilities.  For those with limited space, poor soil, or only one spot … Continue reading →

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