Category Archives: Soil

When Weather Wins

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Ann Lovejoy
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Print PDFA few stray blooms amid the snow and ice Holidays Happen When They Happen After a week of snowy gardens and icy roads, the rain comes as a very welcome relief. After stir crazy days of not being able … Continue reading →

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New Life For Old Potting Soil

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Ann Lovejoy
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Print PDFRefreshing weary soil (or medium) benefits plants indoors and out Waking Up Worn Out Soil As autumn arrives, many of us clear out planters and containers, tossing dead or aging plants on the compost heap or into the green … Continue reading →

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The Little Known Positive Side Of Smoke

Posted on September 12, 2022 by Ann Lovejoy
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Print PDFSmoke & dust bring some surprising benefits Smoke, Ash, Dust & Plant Health This weekend, my band played maritime music at the venerable Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend, Washington. We were hoping that the breezy seaside location would … Continue reading →

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One Woman’s Delight, Another’s Disaster?

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Ann Lovejoy
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Print PDFMy beloved ‘sprawl of abundance’ Relational Gardening Since my home garden is tiny, I’m fortunate to have the use of a plot in a community garden a few minutes’ walk from my home. As I’ve mentioned before, the soil … Continue reading →

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