Category Archive: Gardening

A Visit to the Antique Rose Emporium

On a recent weekend, we caught enough of a break in the rain to get in a visit to the Antique Rose Emporium in Independence, Texas. Along with hundreds of roses, there are… Continue reading

Garden Update

A few months ago I posted about started seeds, using the traditional phases of the moon.  I started some in my little garden shed, and some right in the ground.  Late frosts got… Continue reading

Flurry of Fabulous Finds

My focus for February was supposed to be Finish It Up, but instead it has morphed into Find Fantastic Objects. I just had a lovely visit from my mom, sister, and 4-year-old great-nephew. … Continue reading

The Signs are in the Knees

Vegetable gardening is a challenge in Texas (at least for me), because there are such long, hot summers to contend with.  The best time for planting can easily pass by, and you find… Continue reading

Weekly Photo Challenge: Growth

So much growth is thanks to pollinators!

Cotton Harvest

My lovely green cotton bolls are ready to pick! This is Erlene’s Green Cotton from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange.  Even if you aren’t planning to order any seed from them, you might want… Continue reading

Guess the Plant

The last week has been a busy one.  My husband has been taking vacation, which does not mean to him what it means to most people.  It does not mean pina coladas under… Continue reading