In the early spring the daffodils and tulips start to poke out of the ground...the 2 lilac bushes begin their blooms soon after. During mid-May, I begin to add veggie, herb, and annual plantings. Also, my parents bring in boxes of dahlia tubers that have been stored in the suburbs over the winter. By July the garden is coming up in full force and the tomatoes are ripening by early August. No matter what time of the gardening season, the patio is open and shaded by a large cafe umbrella - a great setting for an open air lunch with friends or family.
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| Somerville, MA Garden Tour: Incredible Edible Gardens Jul 25, 2010 | ||
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A friend of mine gave me the heads up regarding the Somerville (MA) self-guided garden tour of incredible, edible gardens. After a bit of a late start today, I ventured across the river from Boston and through the streets of Cambridge to hot & sunny Somerville. I found that there is quite a gardening culture brewing in... ...see more |
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| YGS team goes to Oakland! Jul 20, 2010 | ||
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At the suggestion of Mike C. from "Garden of Eatin'", we ventured out of the yourgardenshow.com San Francisco headquarters last night. As a couple of us are Red Sox fans, we went out to Oakland to support the team. The A's came out with a 10th inning win - congrats to them! Let's see what happens today... |
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| Hike to Coit Tower - San Francisco, CA Jul 18, 2010 | ||
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This afternoon I took a San Francisco city hike around the Embarcadero and then up to Coit Tower. I had no idea that we would run into so many urban gardens along the way. Enjoy the photos! |
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| Buffa10 (Day 4) the Grand Finale! Jul 11, 2010 | ||
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The Buffa10 tour has come to an end. While I was feeling much like the tired basset hound featured in my pics, I was equally content with all that we have seen the past 4 days. Jim & Eliz showed us the beauty and hospitality of Buffalo - and we are all quite grateful. Please take a look at the photos of the Lancaster Street... ...see more |
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| Buffa10 (Day 3) sun & spectacular gardens! Jul 10, 2010 | ||
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The sun returned and provided for a perfect viewing day for a full agenda of gardens. First stop was the Erie Basin Marina to meet with gardener Stan Swisher, who was available to answer any questions about this trial garden. I was quite impressed with his dahlias (especially those of the dark leaf persuasion). Next stop was... ...see more |
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| Buffa10 (Day 2) rainy but fun! Jul 09, 2010 | ||
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Although the rain persisted throughout the day, everyone barely noticed as there were so many amazing gardens to view and an equal number of gracious hosts to meet. We started out in the Cottage District...very inventive, interesting, and whimsical usage of outdoor space. Vertical and container gardening was heavily in use, as... ...see more |
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| Garden Bloggers @ Buffa10 (Buffalo, NY) Whole garden Jul 08, 2010 | ||
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Care activities:
garden blogger conference
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| Buffa10 (Day 1) off to a great start! Jul 08, 2010 | ||
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The Buffa10 event is off to a great start! 16 local gardeners opened their gardens to our group for closeup viewing. Lots of interesting take-aways from observing what others have adapted for their personal space. Check out the photos of the day, including the social at the historical 20th Century Club! |
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| FGS July 4th Picnic Whole garden Jul 04, 2010 | ||
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Celebration
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| Picking the 1st Pickling Cuke! Jul 03, 2010 | ||
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| New planting Jun 28, 2010 | |||||
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