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Photo via http://ow.ly/TpYT309rHzc Have you been daydreaming of a flourishing backyard garden? Well, you may not be planting seeds yet, but there are still things you can do to prepare for the success of your spring garden. Check out our 15 simple things you can do to get ready for spring planting! 15 Ways to…Continue reading

Do you order a bouquet of flowers for your loved one every Valentine’s Day? If so, you’re in good company. Many people go with a bouquet of red roses for their beloved at this time of year. Don’t get me wrong: I happen to love red roses! But there are other flowers that do an…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/f6jQ308LRMf The violet is the birth flower of February. One of my favorite things to do is to admire the soft petals of a traditional blue violet. The swirling shades of blue and purple are mesmerizing. The fragrance exuded by these flowers is another side benefit of making them a part of your…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/Nzhf30awjBI Carnations are cheerful flowers that are at home in any number of places. For instance, in the springtime, you may see a carnation pinned to the lapel of a young man’s prom tuxedo or in a bride’s bouquet. You’re likely to see them tucked into a vase alongside a gathering of daisies…Continue reading

Do you make New Year’s resolutions? If you do, you may consider giving them a gardening theme this year. Making garden-themed resolutions is a great way to get excited about the spring and summer growing season. One of my New Year’s resolutions this year is to donate a portion of the vegetables I grow in…Continue reading

I know you’ve heard of the endangered animals list, but did you know there’s a list for endangered flowers, too? Flowers throughout the world become endangered for a variety of reasons. Habitat destruction such as flooding, logging, or building can put flowers at risk for extinction. Climate change that brings on flooding or extreme changes…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/ZIOn306fcJB Lots of people throw the term “superfood” around, but do you truly know what one is? A superfood is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and other nutrients. The fall season gives us many superfoods that we can incorporate into our Thanksgiving celebrations. I took some time this week to highlight 12 fall…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/upD6305Pasr I know for sure that the month of November is under way when I see pots of cheerful chrysanthemums popping up on porches, front stoops, and elsewhere in my neighborhood. The November birth flower is the perfect combination of hardiness and beauty. Look at some of the interesting facts I found on…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/sSXP305w3sT Do you sip lavender tea every night before going to bed? Perhaps the fragrance of the lavender makes you feel sleepy. Well, when you sip lavender tea, you are benefiting from the medicinal properties of this fragrant plant. Lavender has the power to soothe anxious nerves and give you a sense of…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/5QXW305iw8N Do you love pumpkins? I love everything about pumpkins, including their interesting shapes, their deep orange color, and even their prickly stems. I especially love roasting pumpkin seeds and eating them with a little cinnamon sprinkled on top. You may have figured out that this week’s post is all about pumpkins! I hope you…Continue reading