A typical day in the January winter garden here looks like this: Yes, that's it. Snow everywhere. In fact, when our dog goes outside, little snowballs stick to his legs. I have to use a warm washcloth to individually melt the snowballs so he won't be in pain or freeze. But he loves being out in the snow in spite of that uncomfortable inconvenience. It is a pretty sight, the snow. Really it is. Especially when you're indoors in the warmth looking out the window. Or … [Read more...] about January Winter Garden Tour|Winter Gardening in a Cold Climate
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December Garden Tips
Happy December! It's about to become "officially" winter, even though we've had quite a bit of snow and cold temperatures already! Here are your December Garden Tips! December Garden Tips Yes, there are plenty of things you can do in December...even if it is cold and snowy outside. https://youtu.be/5wF90pk4bpc "Dream a Little Dream".....(Of Your Garden) I- Begin dreaming of your garden this upcoming spring. Jot notes as you think of ideas. Ways to get started: -Start with color. … [Read more...] about December Garden Tips
November Garden Tips
Is gardening the furthest thought from your mind right now? For us, we're in "hygge"-mode, so I get it. Maybe, though, these November Garden Tips will leave you feeling inspired! November Garden Tips 1- If you haven't already, and the ground can still be worked, plant garlic, onions, and/or ornamental alliums. If you saved some of this year's harvest for your seed garlic, I hope you are planting the largest, heartiest, bulbs. (Well, you actually plant the individual cloves) The bigger … [Read more...] about November Garden Tips
October Garden Tips
Here we are - October Garden Tips! Where we live in the Catskills, the transition from Autumn to Winter can be rather abrupt. Basically, around mid-October, it can start snowing. (We've even seen flurries as early as September!) It generally doesn't stop until sometime in May, with an occasional flurry in June. We are frantically pulling out the weedy, dead areas, as well as putting away any outdoor "decor." The happy part is, now is the time to plan for next year! October … [Read more...] about October Garden Tips
July Gardening Tips
Welcome to the hottest time of year in the Catskills! The heat can be tough on the garden, especially if there is a shortage of rain. It's still important to get out there and do what you can, though. Perhaps these July Gardening Tips will help you beat the heat! While we love the garden in the summer, we also love our rocking chairs, porch swing, and hammocks! One of our favorite things to do after a day of outdoor work is to relax with a cool beverage. Home-grown mint iced tea, … [Read more...] about July Gardening Tips