Hold on to your hats, people! I actually captured a photograph of something edible. Something delicious. Something for YOU! You guys, I have to confess that I have been mentally opposed to #pumpkiningallthethings this season. It could be because I took a beach vacation at the end of September, or maybe because the food industry has really […]
July 31, 2023
Energy Efficiency and fireplace heat output are important factors when deciding between electricity and gas fireplaces. Gas Fireplace When referring to gas fireplaces (ventless and vented) the BTUs (British Thermal Units) are higher than electric fireplaces. The BTU generated is between 20,000 – 40,000 per hour. Due to the higher BTU, there is more power […]
July 28, 2023
Did you know that over 25% of Canadian homes have gas fireplaces? And that’s not to mention the number of wood-burning fireplaces in homes across the country. Winter is upon us, which means fireplace season is, too. Yet, though most Canadian homes have one or more fireplaces, many of us do not know how to use them […]
July 27, 2023
Relocating across the country is exciting but can also be stressful, especially when you’re doing it with your furry family members. Pets become accustomed to routines and places they know, so moving to a new location can be disorienting and anxiety-provoking. The good news is with some planning and preparation, you can make the transition […]
July 26, 2023
One thing I love is the intoxicating scent of a garden rose – especially an English rose. Earlier this year, I designed a new garden behind my main greenhouse not far from my raspberry bushes. This space had previously been used for planting dahlias, but I decided it would be an excellent area for planting […]
July 25, 2023
Most rose books recommend a 2-foot planting hole for each rose bush, but that’s not a directive that works everywhere. Where I am in Georgia and where Paul is in South Carolina, we have red clay. As Paul says, digging a 2-foot hole requires small explosives. Paul preaches a whole-bed approach. “Prepare your entire bed,” […]
July 24, 2023
It was a warm afternoon in Walnut Creek. Friends and family gathered from near and far at the Gardens at Heather Farm to celebrate Eve and Weihan’s wedding as well as their final days as residents of California. Surrounded by loved ones in a beautiful rose garden in full bloom under the warm California sunshine, […]
July 22, 2023
Watching my roses growing is exciting and fun. I also do enjoy bees, bumblebees, ladybugs and other insects buzzing around in the garden. That’s pure nature and a sign of a healthy garden balance. But from time to time, mostly under the radar, some “bad” guys creep in and try to mess up my rose […]
July 22, 2023
American barbecue remains as resilient and exciting as ever. Here are the places you can’t miss. ill not be found in places with host stands and cocktail menus. It will not be found in establishments owned by people who refer to their restaurants as concepts. There won’t be appetizers, and there probably won’t be table […]
July 21, 2023
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July 20, 2023