a telephoto view
A few recent visitors. Ah, springtime. There is so much life around us! Some notes, for my own seasonal reference: The swainson’s thrush have returned. We heard the first songs of the season last night, May 16, and a … Continued
early may
So much color showing up right now. So much life!
SPRING SALE
Hi folks! We are having a spring sale! As you may know, we rarely have a sale and 20% off — well, that is truly unprecedented 🙂 From now through Friday, April 17, save 20% off any order over $60 … Continued
seasonal observations
Some springtime observations and garden notes… The bats (and flying bugs) are back, and have been back for some time now. The swallows are as well! The osprey has returned and we’ve been watching to see where it decides to … Continued
early spring shop update
Hi folks! I have just updated the shop with some new items. There is more to come, but I couldn’t wait any longer with what’s already set to go. I’ve been really drawn toward lighter colors these days, and … Continued
garden chat
Little by little our spring veg garden is coming along. I’ve felt really relaxed about it all this year, and it’s been coming together naturally and at an easy pace. I am sure I’ve overlooked some things, and still need … Continued
eggs and greens
eggs and greens are a match made on earth. I learned something new last week. A crustless quiche is one of the easiest, tastiest, most satisfying meals to throw together. And it’s equally suitable for breakfast, lunch … Continued
vernal equinox
The Stanley Prune is starting to flower. Maybe we will have our first fruits from this tree this year. There were tiny bees – which I think were mason bees – buzzing around the new blossoms today. Flowering apricot. The … Continued
growing asparagus
This week we brought home 10 asparagus crowns, purchased on an impulse at our local nursery. You can read about our whirlwind project over at Tend today. We are feeling happy to have this bed made and planted. … Continued
spring things
Hi there. I have been a bit absent here! I think I could blog everyday with a little something about the garden, but I am trying not to completely flood the blog with garden talk 🙂 Life has … Continued