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Posts from the ‘Gardening’ Category

27
Mar
Seed starting pellets drinking up bright light [Dorval 2013-03-26]

Are You Sprouting Yet?

A few days ago, I reassembled my light garden for the first time since moving here. Read moreRead more

10
Oct
Tomatoes skinny dipping, Dorval

That’s A Lot

Twenty-four litres! (That’s 25.4 quarts.)

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22
Sep
Tomatoes growing among leaves in Dorval

In the Orchard?

“What?! You planted tomatoes in the orchard?”

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1
Sep
Flower bud of the fireweed [Epilobium angustifolium] Dorval 2012-08-24

At What Point?

At what point does a blog become established?

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20
Aug
Pea pod and tendril of Lathyrus latifolius (perennial sweet pea) 2012-08-19

I’m So Glad

The nursery worker looks at me and shakes her head. “I’m so glad you picked that plant!”

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8
Aug
"Shady Blend" grass growing in a tin container in Dorval

That’s Pleasing

I think it comes naturally for many creative individuals to make and live in interesting, pleasing spaces.

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7
Aug
Clematis "The President" in Dorval

Three of Them

Being a bit of a gardener, I have been asked what my favourite flower is.

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4
Aug
Layers of garden in Dorval

Curiosity

Well-tended gardens leave me curious.

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24
Jul
Neighbour's lawn decorations, Dorval 2012-07-23

Water Droplets

Nothing beats the time I spend working in the garden.

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16
Jul
Dappled willow [Salix integra "Hakuro Nishiki"] Dorval

What Do I Prefer?

If you asked me on the spot if I prefer annuals or perennials, I would not hesitate in answering.

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