Monthly Archives: February 2011

Dealing With Those Darling Deer

What To Try When Deer Appear The first sign is usually cropped foliage, perhaps on perennials or young shrubs. You might initially think, “Wow, somebody did a really poor pruning job here,” until you realize that you are looking at … Continue reading

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Winter Harvest

Frost-Nipped Kale and Cabbage After our usual Northwestern mix of freezing and milder days, with heavy rains and wild winds, it is delightful to find much of my kale and cabbage still edible. In fact, a touch of frost leaves … Continue reading

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Save The Bees, Please

Most bee keepers suggest beginning with Mason or solitary bees because their care is very simple. Honeybee care is far more complex and poor bee keepers can add to disease problems rather than resolving them. Continue reading

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