I'm quite sure that people have wondered what became of my Hoya after my last blog. I did wait until what I thought might be spring. It was hard to tell by the weather, so I used the calendar. Also, the plant was starting to tip over the bigger pot that I put the plant into to…
In early spring, my husband and I decided to replace our windows with more energy-efficient ones. As projects go, it seemed like it would be a small one. They had said installation would be done over two days. We made all the choices and decisions and were ready to go. Then we…
As you peruse the soil aisle in any big box hardware store, you will notice huge bags labeled Garden Soil, Raised Bed Soil, Lawn Soil, Flower and Vegetable Garden Soil, Outdoor Potting Mix, Potting Soil with Fertilizer, and many others. Why are there so many different types of soil, and does it really matter…
The season is changing soon; summer will approach, and we’ll be looking for a shady spot to cool off. In my yard, that’s under my camphor and fig trees. I have a table and chairs set up, a wonderful place for coffee in the morning. Under these trees, I plan on planting some hostas to brighten up the…
