Laidback Gardener Blog Wins International Award… Indirectly!
I’ve just received word that the French-language version of this blog, jardinierparesseux.com, (yes, you may not know this, but I write thisContinue Reading
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Conservation Group Encourages People to Leave Their Leaves on the Ground
Text and photos from The Nature Conservancy of Canada The information included in the following press release is essentially the sameContinue Reading
Discover Some Innovative Uses for Wooden Garden Sheds
To protect furniture and other gardening accessories from the elements, one of the most popular solutions is building a gardenContinue Reading
The Fascinating History of the Garden Strawberry
Photo: gardenandhappy.com. We’ve been growing strawberries as a garden for so long it’s hard to believe that they are actuallyContinue Reading
Dirt Is Actually Good for You: Who Knew?
Photo: www.nacdnet.org When Ma scolded you for getting dirty playing in the yard, claiming you’d probably catch some vile disease,Continue Reading
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How Deep to Plant Bulbs to Protect Them From Freezing?
Ill.: www.clipartmax.com, montage: laidbackgardener.blog Question: How deep should I plant my bulbs (hyacinth, daffodils, tulip, etc.) so they don’t freeze? StephaneContinue Reading
The Fall Perennial with Doll’s Eyes
White baneberry (Actaea pachypoda). Photo: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden A perennial grown mainly for its decorative berries? That’s veryContinue Reading
Succulents with Glued-on Pebble Mulch
Euphorbia cutting held in place by glued-on pebble mulch. Photo: FeathersOfJade, reddit.com Question: Last month, I bought a plant in aContinue Reading
Jungle Hotel Suites Spring Up in London
Productivity Suite living room If you have plans to stay in London over the next few weeks, perhaps you mightContinue Reading