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Time to Reboot the Veggie Garden

Gardening Tips by Sandy Swegel We ate the last of the Spring Peas this week. They were gnarly and kinda tough, but I savored the sweet Spring memories. Even though the peas were planted in a little shade and watered regularly, a pea plant can only take so many blistering hot days. Pooped-out peas are […]

Gaillardia aristata, Blanket Flower

Wildflower Seeds by Sandy Swegel Gaillardia is my favorite flower this week! Gaillardia aristata or blanket flower is already a favorite of xeric gardeners. It doesn’t require much water. It comes in beautiful orange and red and yellow colors. It blooms a long time. It is one tough little plant. I had one re-seed in […]

Natural Weed and Pest Control

Alternatives to Poisons by Jessica of TheBeesWaggle.com I have had many inquiries on this topic, and I would like to post some solutions for you to use as an alternative to poisons. Weeds do have value to pollinators, as most produce blooms that carry highly nutritious contents for pollinators.  However, they can be overwhelming in […]