Shoots and Roots

Category: The Garden

  • Garden Update – My So. California Backyard Veggie Garden

    Garden Update – My So. California Backyard Veggie Garden

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    Sometimes I feel like the garden is the only place where I feel completely at peace.  There is so much turmoil in our world today that I tend to get caught up and feel like I am drowning in problems by the end of the day.  Spending a few minutes in the garden right when…

  • Spring Planting – A Garden Update

    Spring Planting – A Garden Update

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    Remember the dirt patch by my front door? That is now the herb garden.  I have cilantro, thyme, oregano, parsley, and pineapple sage planted there along with the mint that’s still trying to take over. 

  • Moving My Plants

    Moving My Plants

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    I was really worried about moving my plants to the new house, but I am happy to say that I haven’t lost a single one.  Actually, I think the abundance of indirect light and higher humidity is making them healthier.  I am also taking some time to learn more about each plant so I can…

  • Settling In: Garden Plans

    Settling In: Garden Plans

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    Yesterday was the first semi-warm day we have had in weeks.  It’s been so cold and wet this winter!  Lots of rain and even some snow flurries, which is rare.  Gavin and I took advantage of the warmth to make some plans for this year’s garden. 

  • The Wasp in the Garden

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    The one thing I hate about where we live is the huge number of wasps that build nests behind every rosemary bush, above every window, under every piece of wood and even in holes in the ground every summer.  So far all of us, except Gavin, have been stung at least once every summer.  Two…

  • What’s Happening

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    Hello!  Summer has been speeding by here!  Its been cooler on average too which has been very nice.  Several times I thought it was Fall already, but then realized that no, it was still July.  Anyway, here is a little of what we have been up to this month. – Our landlord is replacing the…

  • Garden Update 7/7

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    I forgot to tell you I would be out of town for the last two weeks.  My little sister got married!  Congratulations to Kristen and her new husband Kevin! It was ridiculously hot in southern California while we were there.  Over 100 degrees for most of the trip.  Tom tells me that it was hot…

  • Garden Update

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    Above pic: Two weeks ago 2 days ago It seems kinda silly to continue my 30 days when I am obviously not blogging everyday.  As much as I want to, it is impossible for me to blog everyday.  I have to choose between spending time with Tom after the kids go to bed or blog. …

  • Day 20 – 30 Days of Renewal – Garden Update

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    I bet you are wondering whats up with my garden this year?  Well the answer is a big fat NOTHING!  I haven’t even started yet.  We have been so busy with the end of the school year and baby proofing the house that the garden has been mostly forgotten.  I hope to have time to…

  • 30 Days of Renewal – Day 11 – Name This Plant

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    Does anyone know the name of this plant? My daughter brought two of them home from the garden show when she went with her class, but the labels are missing. I have no clue how or where to plant them. Any ideas?