Worms are natural, right? Well… native worms are natural to your area. Non-native worms are not. Worms that don’t belong in your backyard could reasonably upset the balance of soil critters – perhaps to the extent of becoming invasive and creating a whole new set of problems.
Vegetables will grow and be delicious even if they are taxed by a few gardening hiccups. I routinely stress my plants with my unintended slights.
For this flower-starved artist, the show offered soul deep soothing. Perhaps it’s because the winter has seemed longer and more cruel than most here in Central PA; but this year, the simple act of viewing tulips bursting toward convention center lights and experiencing the most cutting edge floral design – was all I needed to feel nourished.
Growing heirloom vegetables opens up an entirely new world of gardening opportunities and adventures. For help navigating this old – new – world, look to Chris McLaughlin’s new book; “ The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Heirloom Vegetables.”
When you grow heirloom vegetables, a whole new- old- world of squash, tomatoes, peppers, (any vegetable really) opens in a rainbow of color and flavor. Have fun and enjoy the veggie-growing ride.
Consider turning the winter interest amp up to 11 in your garden. Plants are lovely to experience in their winter form. There are a many ways to do this.
Efficiently break down scraps and create very alive, incredibly rich compost by letting worms eat your trash. Worm composting can be done many ways. Worms are natural garbage disposals, so if given shelter and food, they will go to town and make rich compost that you can ad to your soil. Here are some general guidelines for worm composting.
Find the best gifts while supporting local business. Here are some of my favorite West Shore haunts that offer great gift options and keep you AWAY from the mall.
Thrill your loved ones while supporting our great local businesses this holiday season! Here are gift ideas from some of our favorite Central PA food and garden folks.
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by Laura Mathews · March 27, 2011
Miss Perpetual Garden Wrong is incredibly flattered to be invited to meet Mr. Perennial Garden Right.