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One thing I really like about late fall and early winter is seeing what went on in the tree canopies all summer, secretly – behind the leaves. When the leaves come down, suddenly, you can see all the nests. I … Continue reading →

Herbdoc has some tips for those of us who go out and collect our own holiday greens: As I was gathering greens on my property for holiday displays the other day, I came across a small patch of Oriental Bittersweet … Continue reading →

The Ocean State Orchid Society recently had a big show, and like a moth to a flame, I went. Not that I NEED any orchids, mind you. I told my skeptical husband that I was just going “to look” and … Continue reading →

There is nothing worse than not being able to fall asleep or to stay that way.  Since Herbdoc has a very large herb garden, she is often asked if there is anything that’s safe to take. Here are some of … Continue reading →

Now that we are reaching the end of November…and it certainly was a mild one…it is time to prepare the roses for winter. There really isn’t much to do, but it is a must-do chore in Rhode Island and anywhere … Continue reading →

I’m just back from another trip to Montreal. While there’s no snow yet, people there are READY for winter, and the preparations include their plants, shrubs and even their stairs and walkways. If you walk around looking at people’s front … Continue reading →

Some more insights…and a holiday tip…from Herbdoc: A casual remark by a fellow Master Gardener indicated that she had recently learned that almonds were drupes. This led me on a research quest to find out exactly what might be included … Continue reading →

Dear Plants, Please don’t take this the wrong way and drop all your leaves or anything, but it’s time for me to decide who will spend the winter with me, and who has to go. First, on a positive note, … Continue reading →

In her last post Herbdoc told us how to make herb vinegars. What better to complement this than her recipies for bouquet garni and fines herbes. If you’ve been looking at special recipes for the holidays, you may have come … Continue reading →