Category Archives: Sustainable Living

Slugs And Snails And A Stout Cup Of Coffee

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Ann Lovejoy
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Slugs In Trees This week, I’ve been pruning overgrown shrubs, thinning out the oldest trunks and removing crowded branches to allow more light and air to reach to core of the plant. I was amazed to see that where the … Continue reading →

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A Whiff of Smoke And Autumn Is Here

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Ann Lovejoy
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Roasting To Boost Flavor This was not the best year for many crops, but my, the peas were good. In fact, I’m still getting some from the August planting, which faltered in the belated, sudden heat, but are now having … Continue reading →

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Weed Control Strategies

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Ann Lovejoy
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Learn To Love Your Weeds No matter how hot, how dry, how wet, how cold–indeed, whatever the weather, the weeds seem to love it. The benign maritime Northwest is a generous host to many an unwanted import that makes itself … Continue reading →

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What To Do With Perfect Peaches

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Ann Lovejoy
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Sweet and Savory Summer Salads This summer’s crop of peaches seem to be the most succulent ever. Courtesy of kind friends, we’ve been eating August Pride peaches by  the boxful, and I’m happily exploring new ways to enjoy them. I … Continue reading →

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