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May 14, 2014 in Tip of the day· Uncategorized

Lawn Care

Lawn care pros recommend varying your mowing pattern. That is, you want to push the mower north and south one week and east and west the next week. Sharpen your mower blades a couple of times a year to ensure a healthy, clean cut. (ahas, that's our problem!)  If you have a mulching mower, you can leave the clippings on the lawn to help fertilize the grass, or, use them in your compost!  ... Read More »

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May 14, 2014 in Tom's Corner

There’s Bugs in my Bed!

I was woken up at 1 a.m. this morning to…."there's bugs in my bed!" The good news is that this is not a normal occurrence. Emma (4) rarely wakes up at night. And if she does wake up goes back to sleep without waking me up! But not this morning. I’m not rational at 1 a.m. in the morning. Emma is even less rational! “Dear, there are no bugs in your bed.” “Yes there are!” “Where?” No ... Read More »

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May 13, 2014 in Tip of the day· Uncategorized

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things…

Some of my favorite compost items? Eggshells, coffee grinds, old herbs & spices, newspaper, fireplace ash, tea bags, newspaper, that old Christmas wreath and fresh flowers that are no longer all that fresh.  ... Read More »

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May 11, 2014 in Tip of the day· Uncategorized

May 10th, 2014

It's about that time of year to start thinking about adding compost to the garden. Some of the best compost? Your readily available everyday grass clippings. Mix with leaves or wood chips. Your garden will love you! Try this order:Bottom layer = Grass clippings, shredded wood and leavesMiddle layer - Manure or fertilizer as your nitrogen sourceTop layer - Soil ... Read More »

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Hi! I'm Laura and hail from Western New York. I consider myself a lifelong learner who loves gardening with a 360 degree view. Thanks for stopping by!

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