Monthly Archives: January 2013

Field Trip: A Visit to a Bee Sanctuary

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Christy

We’re new to bee keeping, and while we enthusiastically raced out to buy equipment (bee suits, gloves, brush, hive tool, etc.), we have been lacking courage to open the hive and see what’s going on in there. Until a recent … Continue reading →

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Cats in the Garden: Our New Addition

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Christy

There’s a new member of our garden’s ecosystem, and her name is Mittens. This little black and white cat arrived to our neighborhood in November, and has been courting us ever since. She won us over with her gentle regard … Continue reading →

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Spring Planting: Gardeners, Start Your Engines!

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Christy

It’s time to start planning and planting that spring garden. Most gardeners in climates with last frost dates in March can start seeds indoors now. If you live in a warmer, frost-free zone, you can still start seeds indoors, but … Continue reading →

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Making Citrus Salt

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Christy

This holiday season we gave gifts from the garden, which came primarily from our citrus trees. Sunset Magazine featured an easy home made gift idea that struck a chord: citrus salt. Sprinkle it on salads, meats, and in soups to … Continue reading →

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Roasted Winter Vegetable Jambalaya

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Christy

Looking for a delicious way to cook up those winter vegetables? Look no further. This recipe from the November 2012 issue of Vegetarian Times magazine cooks up a savory, satisfying jambalaya that rivals any meat version. Smoked paprika, cayenne and … Continue reading →

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2013 Gardening Resolutions

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Christy

With each new year, gardeners vow to make changes or try new techniques (or remember old ones). 2013 shall be no different, and so we bring you Gardenerd’s Gardening Resolutions for the new year. 1) De-Clutter – haven’t used that … Continue reading →

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