Top Ten Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Thoughtful and Beautiful DIY Appreciation Gifts for Teachers
May 19, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

One of the biggest landmarks of summer is the end of the school year.   A lot of parents help their children make and or buy gifts to gift to their teachers, in an effort to show their appreciation.  I wholeheartedly support this movement!  We are blessed with some wonderful teachers, and I am all for giving …

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Vegetable Planting Schedule

March 7, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

Here is your vegetable planting schedule.  Having a continuous harvest garden is a nice way to ensure you have a variety of fresh home grown vegetables all season.  In some cases it may mean you get to enjoy your earlier harvests, and plan to preserve the last harvest for the upcoming winter.  I know, I know, it’s …

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Gardening Books for Beginners and Experts

11 of the best gardening books for beginners and experts alike. Vegetables, flowers and herb gardening, container and square foot gardening and journalling.
March 3, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

There are a multitude of things to consider when planning out your garden. Generally speaking soil types, as well as sun vs. shade, and climate are top of the list.  However, plant hardiness, compatibility with neighbour plants etc are also key factors. Whether it be flowers, herbs or vegetables, knowledge is power, and knowledge often comes …

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Top Ten Seed Starting Ideas

Top Ten Seed Starting Ideas
February 20, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

I have here for you, the top ten seed starting ideas.  Starting seeds in late winter is a great way to feel productive and also a wonderful way to ward off the winter blues and blahs.  I have put together a list of the best ideas out there for getting your seeds started, and to …

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Printable Garden Plot Layout

February 16, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

There is over four feet of snow on the garden, but yes, you guessed it – it’s time to start thinking about what you are going to plant, and where. I have put together this Garden Plot Layout free for you to use (just click on it and print it out) to help with the planning. …

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Track Your Garden’s Progress

February 9, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

One of the best ways to improve on your garden in this growing season, and in future growing seasons, is to know what happened in your garden during the last growing season.  Use a Track Your Garden’s Progress Vegetable Journal to record all the fun and fine details of your garden – and I’ve created …

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Keep on top of the Gardening

January 31, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

An easy to use Weekly Gardening Maintenance Planner is a great way way to keep on top of the gardening. It’s all about having a plan,right?

So, You Want to Grow a Garden?

Here are some important things to consider when you're first venturing into the wonderful green world of gardening
January 26, 2015 Evelyne Nemcsok 0 Comments

Before you dive headlong into the seed stores and dig right into the compost you’ve been saving – consider these key points if you’re just getting started with gardening and have high hopes to grow a garden at home. Things to Consider, before You Grow a Garden Gardening, growing food, and becoming self sustainable is …

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