Monthly Archives: July 2010

Scenes from an abandoned fire pit

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Laura

The recycled fire pit is blooming. It’s seasonal display has just started! It has filled in nicely. Click on the link above if you want to see how this potted creation was made.

Posted in Patio Garden | 17 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Happy birthday to my favorite garden bug!

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Laura
Posted in Uncategorized, Wordless Wednesday | 17 Comments

Unexpected planters: Thrift store edition!

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Laura

Deals were to be had this week at Value Village. Now I won’t bore you with the pretty sandals I found, nor the darling little dress I pick up for the kidlet. But you may be interested in what I … Continue reading →

Posted in Reduce Reuse & Recycle | 17 Comments

Zimsculpt returns to VanDusen!

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Laura

THE ART-FULL GARDEN, ZIMSCULPT RETURNS (Vancouver, BC) — It’s coming back! The hit of last summer, Zimsculpt, an exhibit of stone sculpture from Zimbabwe, returns to VanDusen Botanical Garden August 13 through September 26. Once again, VanDusen will be the … Continue reading →

Posted in VanDusen Botanical Garden | 5 Comments

Garden Rockers!

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Laura

Just like any true rock star the bee balm has it’s adoring fans. I’m happy to say I’m one of them. I’ve been waiting all summer for their signature rocker hair, and bold attitude to arrive!Mixing it up, the barrel … Continue reading →

Posted in Vegetable Garden | 9 Comments

In flowers: Container Gardening Blog Carnival July 2010.

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Laura

I’m participating in the July 2010 Container Garden Blog Carnival, hosted by Fern over at Life on the Balcony. Go visit her blog, say hi and grab some great tips on container gardening. She’s a wealth of information! I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden, Patio Garden | 16 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Dreaming the day away…

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Laura

Some music to enjoy.

Posted in Front Garden, Wordless Wednesday | 14 Comments

Come see the Sea!

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Laura

This was a project weekend in the front yard. While doing some clean up earlier in the week, I had noticed that the foxgloves had long past their prime. Those towering bells once stood taller than me! Lately, they have … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden | 23 Comments

Taking out the trash!

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Laura

I have rounded up the usual suspects in what was left of my front yard mess. You know the offenders in question. They are not the prettiest things in the world, but they are necessary. And before you think ‘Holy … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 11 Comments

Harvesting the week: Garden party’s, peas and more!

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Laura

Lots of happenings this week here at the Dandelion Wrangler. We kicked off the week Sunday with a post about PoCo’s Garden club’s 20th anniversary bash, A Garden Party! Monday brought Technical Difficulties, which thankfully were remedied fast! Tuesday’s post … Continue reading →

Posted in Vegetable Garden | 5 Comments