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Planting My Stack and Grow

Posted on May 10, 2012 by LeolaApril 21, 2015

My dear mother-in-law gifted me with a Stack and Grow a few years ago, and I love it! It’s perfect for my deck, and because it is on casters, I can move it to keep it in the sun and turn it around so each side gets the proper amount of sun. The first year I used it, I planted blue lobelia and a few other flowers. It was very pretty. This year, though, I’m all about vegetables so I can help supplement my husband’s income and grow my own food organically. I’ve been told I have two green thumbs, … Continue reading →

Let’s Get the Garden Going!

Posted on April 4, 2012 by LeolaOctober 10, 2012

“There’s no time like the present.” We’ve all heard that one before, but it’s true. If you want to make a change, even if it’s a small one, you need to start now. “Just do it!” Thanks, Nike. Last year I had been buying mostly organic vegetables from my local farmer through a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) and during the off season from my local grocery store because I am on the GAPS diet to clear up some health issues. Organic is not an option for me anymore and can be very expensive. Even though I had met my farmer, … Continue reading →