I love bringing my summer flowers inside. One of my goals has been to have fresh flowers on my kitchen counter from last frost to first freeze. And I almost always accomplish that goal. I get my first cut flowers when the daffodils bloom in late February, and sometimes, zinnias and cosmos bloom till the…
I have always loved honeysuckle. I know some people think they are a weed, but there’s just nothing quite like the fun of finding a little tasty snack out in the backyard along the fence on a hot summer day. But until recently, I had never thought about making honeysuckle jelly. Bring the nostalgic taste…
Do you ever find pretty blooms and wonder if they are weeds or flowers? I know some people think that all weeds are bad and should be pulled or eliminated. But I feel different. I love learning about common weeds and finding out that they have good qualities. The more time I spend at the…
I love finding new uses for the beautiful flowers in my yard. I have created jellies from violets, honeysuckles and even dandelions. With the peonies in full bloom right now, I decided I wanted to use them in something special. This super simple three ingredient sugar scrub is the perfect gift idea to keep or…
Spring weather means more time to spend outside cleaning out flower-beds, planning new gardens and getting all the tools ready for the new gardening season. This is also a great time to think about some fun gift ideas for gardeners. Start thinking now so you’ll be ready for birthdays and special events! Hobbies on a…
I love the flowers in my yard. In 2012 I decided to start keeping an online flower journal sharing some of the beauty I find in my backyard. I love going out on a daily walk around the yard to see what has changed over-night. My goal is to have something in bloom from last…
I have always loved the colors of Spring and have been taking pictures of the Spring flowers each year. April in Kentucky is a beautiful time. The leaves are turning green, the tulips are blooming and the weather is starting to warm up. And yes, sometimes we even see a few snowflakes – but not…
I love the flowers in my yard. For several years I have kept an online flower journal where I share some of the flowers that are blooming in my yard. This year is no different. I love watching each flower grow and bloom. My goal is to have something in bloom from last frost to…