Monthly Archives: June 2011

What’s Bugging my Garden?

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Laura

Pests are a fact of life. Although they are everywhere, every infestation can be traced to a source. As a pesticide free gardener, I know that sprays are not the solution.  While seemingly convenient, these hazardous chemicals not only kill … Continue reading →

Posted in Children in the Garden, Front Garden, Local Wildlife, Things to do | 3 Comments

The Wild and Wonderful Split Personalities of Harrison Hot Springs

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Laura

I escaped the lower mainland last weekend. A summer getaway with my mom, we found our way to Harrison Hot Springs. Chasing rainbows the whole way. As a city girl I have seen rainbows. Ours peek over Burke mountain, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Giggle worthy, Things to do | 1 Comment

What’s Hot on the Rocks: The Fried Green Tomatoes Planter!

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Laura

Sometimes inspiration strikes. I went into the plant store with an idea in mind for this planter, then proceeded to walk out with a host entirely different plants. It helps that I was at Amsterdam nursery in Pitt meadows, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden, Patio Garden, Proven Winners | 5 Comments

Heritage Display Garden Revitalization Project

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Laura

I seem to be finding garden projects where ever I go these days. It doesn’t take much to get me excited about a project, but this one has really got me energized! There is nothing quite like gardening in public … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden Projects, Port Coquitlam | 10 Comments

Proven Winners Trial Garden 2011

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Laura

I love plants! Can you tell? Or is it too subtle? No?…. Good! So being a confirmed plant addict I found my way to a few garden events in Seattle this past spring. Including the Proven Winners Outdoor Living Extravaganza! … Continue reading →

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Strange Days Indeed

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Laura

Days before the official start of summer, my spring garden has come alive. I’ll admit it’s a little odd to have so many late spring blooms still hanging on, while the Lilies are raising their heads. It’s an interesting year, … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden | 2 Comments

A Little Bling for the Baskets: Proven Winners Opal Innocence.

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Laura

Although it has been rather blah out recently, I have managed to find a few moments to pot up my hanging baskets, and start some of my summer planters for the season. While I was too busy to blog (did … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden, Proven Winners | 5 Comments

Market Treasures.

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Laura

I brought home a little treasure from the Port Coquitlam Farmer’s Market yesterday. This once-a-milk-dish has been creatively turned into a home for hens & chicks. An ironic little twist for this little cow. I picked it up from Petal … Continue reading →

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On the Rocks: Backyard Transformations.

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Laura

This weather has been good for something. Yes, this wet cold spring has just what it takes to grow some truly fantastic weeds! You too could have weeds so tall that they hide your pretty containers from view! So lush, … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden Projects, Patio Garden | 16 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Have a Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Day!

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Laura
Posted in Patio Garden | 1 Comment