Embracing Slow Sustainable Living in Midlife
As the New Year gets underway, I find myself dreaming of sunshine, soil, and sprouting seeds. Gardening has always been my little oasis—a place where I can slow down, get my hands dirty, and watch something thrive under my care…. Read moreMy Gardening Goals for 2025: Compost, Crops, and Creatures
We have all struggled with snails and slugs, these little creatures that enjoy our fresh, wholesome produce as much as we do, sometimes decimating whole plants overnight. They are an integral part of the ecosystem and can be very difficult… Read moreWhat works to deter snails and slugs?
I love the stacked stone retaining wall in my garden, but it is a haven for snails and slugs. After living and gardening here for three years, I have come to learn that coexisting with these creatures requires ongoing effort… Read moreSurviving Slug and Snail City