Here we are, a week after I talked about not having the first peony bloom... and I still don't have a single peony bloom. I...
the peony problem and a mean woodpecker
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Nature
it’s like a popping lawn mower
If you ever had young children, you know the dread that comes when someone walks in with a gift and it's one of those lawn...
how many tomato plants for a family of six?
There are only 6 people that consistently eat from Mr. Pesky's garden. Those 6 rotate according to what vegetable is...
mr. farmer’s first day on the job
Yesterday, I looked out to see an amazing site -- Mr. Farmer in the field next to the barndo. I love seeing the crops grow....
biological mutualism on display at barndo
I've seen people posting photos of their peonies in bloom while I'm still in a no-bloom holding pattern. I LOVE peonies and...
is there money to be made dog juggling?
Yesterday morning, I set my alarm so I could get through my routine before 8:00 AM. (Don't judge me -- 7:00 AM is mega...
Three Reasons to Step Outside and Soak Up Nature
As Perry and I were sitting on the deck this evening, we were talking about what people do with their lives when they live...
setting the stage for a vibrant season of growth and color
It’s the perfect time to dig into gardening according to Mr. Pesky, gardener extraordinaire. Although there are still...
cool mornings with heavy dew challenge mowing crew
My mowing crew (ME!) is ready to tackle the barndo jungle but it's not ideal mowing weather here in southern Indiana. In...