Monthly Archives: August 2011

Non-Toxic Wasp Removal

Recycling Wasps and Yellow Jackets Bugged by pesky wasps and yellow jackets? Before you reach for the toxic spray, make a quick phone call to your nearest bee keeper for information and advice. Often, bee keepers can recommend somebody who … Continue reading

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When Summer Simply Does Not Behave

Kind of a Bummer Summer What a crazy summer this is being. Temperatures dip into the 40’s at night, then rise into the 80’s by day–some days. Other days are cold and grey, with sullen wind but no rain. This … Continue reading

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Tips For Lavender Lovers

Time To Harvest Lavender If you have not yet gathered in your lavender blossoms, do so now, before the flower heads fall off. Pick stems as long as possible, gather the lavender in loose bunches and stand them flowers-up in … Continue reading

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Bringing Beets to the Table

What To Do With A Bounty Of Beautiful Beets Our beets are doing very well this year and we are happily adding them to soups and pastas. I especially love beets in hot or chilled summer salads and recently enjoyed … Continue reading

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