With many perennials it seems to take a full three years to begin to take hold and bloom exuberantly. At least that is my experience. Like my white clematis. Every year the amount of blooms at any one time has increased. However the Lamb’s Ear above took only one year to gain traction. I purchased…
I’m sitting here in my recliner with Charlie, listening to the sound of distant thunder rumbling. I can’t believe all the storms we’ve gotten so far this year. But I do so love hearing the thunder and rain, except for when it causes damage to some folks’ homes. I haven’t had to go out the…
I have tips for growing garden vegetables so that you have the hardiest plants and the best tasting vegetables. Plant The Right Crops For Your Region: You have to plant properly for your garden zone. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Map to find out what zone you are in. Check the info on the back…
Today for Frugal Tips Friday #11 we’re discussing affordable outdoor living. This could mean patio living, as is the case with me. It could be a gazebo or any space where you sit and reflect or gather with friends in your outdoor space and gardens. Every year I look forward to getting my patio up…
Today we’re discussing frugal forms of entertainment. What entertainment have you discovered that costs little or no money? I guess for me that would have to include taking photos. Sure, I had to buy the camera. But then the rest is free. I like to drive to favorite places and take scenic photos. That costs…
Today on Frugal Tips Friday we’re talking about batch and freezer cooking. I recall when my kids were young that I would sometimes take a Sunday afternoon and cook food for the week and freeze it so we’d have easy suppers. I don’t recall what I cooked now. But it made getting supper on the…