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Using wood ash in your garden and lawn

2/25/2015

We burn wood to heat our home. This means we end up with tons of wood ash. We put the ash into the garden. If you don't have a woodburning stove, the same rules might apply to your outdoor burn pile. And if you don't have a garden, wood ash could be used on your lawn. So let's talk about ash!

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The Secrets of Succulents

2/12/2015

Succulents are for the fleshpots. Lush, stiff and spiny or smooth and sleek, some succulents are even furry! Like people, succulents come in a myriad of colors, shapes and sizes. It's no wonder succulents are like your own family, and a surprising number of plant families are represented among them. Let me tell you how.

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Hi, I'm Laura and hail from Western New York. I consider myself a lifelong learner who loves gardening with a 360 degree view. Thanks for stopping by!