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Backyard Koi Pond in the Summer

My Koi Pond in the Backyard

Gardening, Pond August 31, 2020

Today is the last day of August and I realize I haven’t shared much of my koi pond this year. That’s probably because I’ve spent so much time enjoying it as opposed to photographing it. Plus I always feel like photos just don’t do it justice.       We’ve been going through a bit…

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Vertical closeup of the red flowers of 'Mariachi Salsa' helenium (Helenium 'Mariachi Salsa'), also known as sneezeweed or Helen's flower

13 Fall Flowers to Add to Your Garden

Gardening August 15, 2020

My love of gardening extends well into the autumn season and there are always new fall flowers I want to add as summer blooms fade. I’ve listed a few of my favorites, along with others that I haven’t tried yet. Do you see your favorite on the list? 1. Helenium, also known as sneezeweed although…

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Pink Astilbe or False Goat's Beard for a Shade Garden

My 9 Favorite Shade Perennial Plants

Gardening July 25, 2020

Last year hubby and I created a shade garden with the pile of dirt that we kept from when our pond was excavated. This year we added several more plantings to it and I really hope to share it with you next Saturday. Here are some of my favorite shade perennial plants that we’ve added….

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Bee-Friendly Flowers for Your Garden

11 Bee-Friendly Flowers for Your Garden

Gardening July 18, 2020

You’ve probably heard that the bee population is declining, which isn’t good for our gardens or for the world in general. Without pollinators, our ecosystem would fail and humans wouldn’t be able to exist! If you want to help correct this problem, you can start by adding any of these bee-friendly flowers to your garden….

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Lush blooming summer garden with paved path

9 Enticing Garden Path Ideas

Gardening July 2, 2020

For me, there’s something so enticing about a garden path that beckons you to explore the journey it’s prepared to take you on. Winding past flowers and greenery, it’s a delight to find out around the next curve. (This post contains affiliate links.)   The pathway above is narrow and small flat paver stones are…

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Pedestal planter with verbena and petunias against a teal colored wall.

Container Flower Garden Ideas for Summer

flowers, Gardening May 9, 2020

Last night we covered our plants outside due to a freeze warning. Today we’re heading to the nursery to buy more flowers for the yard. This is the stuff we deal with in Illinois. Regardless, I’m looking forward to summer gardening and thought I’d share container flower garden ideas to help inspire you with your…

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Golden Orfe in a Backyard Fish Pond

The Beauty and Serenity of a Garden Pond

Gardening, Pond May 2, 2020

Pond season has officially begun and I couldn’t be happier! Relaxing by my garden pond and watching the fish is my favorite way to de-stress and enjoy nature. And with today’s pandemic, I’m more appreciative of the outdoors than ever before.   Today is the first Saturday of May so I’m once again joining my…

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Country Garden with quaint shed and Adirondack chairs

Country Garden Tour in Upstate New York

Gardening March 27, 2020

We’ve had several gray days in a row where I live and I’m craving sunshine. And with the news being bleak at the same time, my guess is that all of us could use a little bright spot in our day. So today I’m re-sharing a beautiful country garden in upstate New York. I hope…

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Window Box Filled with Flowers

7 Tips for Beautiful Window Box Ideas

Gardening February 29, 2020

Whenever I move into a house, one of the first things I do is add flower boxes under the front windows. It’s a feature I’ve always loved and is a must-have for me. Here are seven tips for creating beautiful window box ideas to amp up your home’s curb appeal.   1. Sunny Location: Choose…

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12 Charming Picket Fence Ideas

Gardening February 27, 2020

A few years ago we replaced our rickety old picket fence with a new one. While I held a certain endearment for our “charming” fence, a lot of the pickets were rotting and we simply couldn’t let it go any longer. I’ve always loved a picket fence and am happy to share some quaint picket…

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How to Force Hyacinth Bulbs Indoors

How To Force Hyacinth Bulbs Indoors

Gardening February 3, 2020

Have you ever forced spring bulbs indoors? It’s a wonderful way to scratch your gardening itch and enjoy spring flowers in your house before they appear outside in your garden. See how easy it is to force fragrant hyacinth bulbs indoors. (This post contains affiliate links.)   Hyacinth bulbs – and any spring bulb for…

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New England garden cottage with white picket fence and messy flowers

Cottage Garden: The Beauty of Messy Flowers

Gardening January 25, 2020

Is it too soon in the year to talk about gardening? Because I want to share the beauty of messy flowers that are the signature look of a cottage garden.   What is it about messy flowers that pulls at my heart string? My mother’s garden was always very tidy with perfect groupings of flowers…

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Sunflowers in Country Gardens

Tour a Country Garden at the Farm

Gardening September 12, 2019

Is there anything more quaint and nostalgic than a country garden? The image conjures up scenes from the past when America was a young and growing. Old fashioned flowers, heirloom vegetables, corn bins, and simple farm animals all come to mind.   I think this is the last post about my trip to Door County,…

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Sunflower Farm

Why Fall is the Best Season to Enjoy Gardens

cozy living, Gardening September 7, 2019

Some people think that fall is the end of gardening season. But I think fall is the best season to enjoy gardens. The earth is so full of color this time of year and weeds are no longer prolific.   Today is the first Saturday of the month and that means it’s time to join…

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Gardens at Stone's Throw Winery

Beautiful Gardens of Stone’s Throw Winery

Gardening August 26, 2019

Have you ever visited a winery? We enjoyed a trip to the beautiful gardens of Stone’s Throw Winery in Door County, Wisconsin.   A couple of weeks ago my entire family and I were vacationing in Baileys Harbor and drove past a pretty winery and decided to make sure we took a trip there before…

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Backyard Koi Pond by Aquascape

Garden Pond Tour: My Favorite Outdoor Space

Gardening, Pond July 18, 2019

Summertime – and the livin’ is easy! It’s super hot out but I don’t care because I love summer. Especially when I can spend time enjoying my garden pond.   Everything is lush and green in my backyard and it’s my favorite place to be right now. I feel blessed because having a pond is…

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