By Sara DeAngelis. Picture a meadow—a habitat packed densely with plants that provide cover, food, and nesting places for birds, beneficial insects, and other wildlife. Many of us are considering how a meadow might replace our labor and carbon-intensive lawns. Continue reading "Meadow Reflections"
By Sara DeAngelis. I will admit that until recently, I’ve had very little respect for Erigeron annuus or Daisy Fleabane. In the past, I’ve yanked it out, roots and all, and gleefully tossed it onto the compost pile. That is until last summer when I discovered the benefits of this delicate annual. Continue reading "New Found Respect: Daisy Fleabane"
By Sara DeAngelis. If you're anything like me, you're buzzing with anticipation for the warmer days of spring. I've had my seeds lined up with sowing dates for weeks! There are, however, excellent reasons to take a slow and more meditative approach when thinking about garden tasks at this time of the year. Continue reading "Practicing Spring Patience"
