Monthly Archives: April 2013

Protecting your Bird Feeders

            If you put out wild bird feeders, you probably consider yourself to be a birdwatcher or “birder”.  The feathered visitors to your feeders tend to become very friendly even when you’re close, and might … Continue reading

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Planting the Patio!

                  When we purchased our home last year we inherited a few interesting landscaping characteristics, and I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned a couple of them before.  I would love to “take care” … Continue reading

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Flea & Tick Prevention

Now that spring has sprung, it’s time to be on the lookout for the common annoyance of fleas & deer ticks.  This can be especially true if you, like me, have pets and children.  A flea infestation can be incredibly … Continue reading

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April Gardening “To-Dos” & Other Chores

April is here, and with its arrival come new gardening “to-dos” and other chores.  Even though temperatures have been well below early April norms, and there are still many scattered snow piles out there, the April chores associated with our … Continue reading

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Tuff Guard on #Rosechat Radio

I had a great time this past Saturday, March 30th on #rosechat radio with Chris Van Cleave (@RedneckRosarian), Teresa Byington (@agardendiary), and Susan Fox (@gagasgarden).  I really enjoyed listening to leading entomologist, gardener, and horticulturist, Baldo Villegas.  Mr. Villegas gave some … Continue reading

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