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5 Carefree Roses for the Busy Gardener

Everyone loves having roses in the garden. They add a special touch of beauty and elegance, and their scent is amazing. Not everyone has the time needed to care for a thriving garden and high maintenance rose plants though, so finding carefree roses that are low maintenance is a huge benefit. There are actually several different types of carefree roses, that are perfect for the busy gardener. Their ability to do well without the need for constant oversight and care, makes them favorites for Continue Reading

Fresh Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe

This Strawberry Mango Smoothie is a great way to start your day! Strawberry Mango Smoothie Making a smoothie from fresh strawberries and mango is a little different than making one with frozen fruits. I must admit I more often use frozen fruit rather than fresh fruit in my smoothies, but when fresh juicy strawberries are in season, it seems a little crazy to not use them. This is such an easy recipe, and you can readily swap in other fresh fruits or berries, once you get used to Continue Reading

Double Chocolate Ferrero Rocher Cookies Recipe

Ferrero Rocher cookies recipe... what could be more decadent! These Double Chocolate Ferrero Rocher cookies are sure to please even the most voracious chocoholic. Technically, they are more like quadruple chocolate (chocolate cookie, with milk chocolate, white chocolate and the Ferroro Rocher). Anyway, what's in a name, it's a whole lot of chocolate. Enjoy! Double Chocolate Ferroro Rocher Cookies Recipe These Ferrero Rocher cookies are loaded with chocolate! 1/2 pound Continue Reading

7 Natural Ways to Control Mosquitoes in your Yard

Mosquitoes suck, literally! Let's get rid of them with these natural ways to control mosquitoes and make your yard and garden a more pleasant place to be. One of the unfortunate realities of a balmy summer night is mosquitoes. Their buzzing and biting can ruin a great barbeque and you may not want to or may be unable to wear the store bought chemical laden aerosol that promises to ward them off. There are some plants you can set out and several things you can do to cut down on their Continue Reading

Growing Vegetables in Your Flower Garden

Growing vegetables in the middle of a flower garden might seem strange to some, but with a little planning they can actually grow very well together. We have become very used to dividing up the types of plants that we grow, keeping vegetables in a dedicated vegetable garden and segregating flower planting to decorative beds. When it comes down to it though, all plants have their own sort of beauty... why not harness that? If you are interested in growing vegetables in your flower garden, give Continue Reading

Southern Potato Salad Recipe

This Southern Potato Salad recipe is one everyone should have in their go to recipe collection, no matter where they live. It is a classic potato salad with mustard and mayo. This is also a great potato salad to make with leftover hard boiled eggs. A perfect BBQ side dish! Southern Potato Salad Just because I'm a Yankee, doesn't mean I don't love a heaping helping of good old fashioned Southern Potato Salad. What could be better at a picnic than a tangy egg and potato salad with Continue Reading