Garden tasks for late summer
Summer always seems to slip away all too fast. Just when we have time to catch our breath and enjoy the beach and our gardens, we find ourselves in late August and wonder where the time has gone. Fortunately, we have plenty of warm days ahead to look forward to,...
Plant zinnias for a long season of colorful blooms in the garden
If you are looking for colorful flowers that can stand up to the heat of South Jersey summers, zinnia flowers will beautifully exceed your expectations. These powerhouse annuals will bloom from late June into fall, only stopping when the first frost hits. Coming in...
Delicious ways to use basil and parsley from your garden
This time of year, I usually have an abundance of basil and parsley. Of course, this is the best sort of problem to have in the garden. While nothing beats fresh basil on a tomato and mayonnaise sandwich in the summer, you can use these wonderful herbs in so many...
Navigating the road to college
If you have a college-bound child, the month of August will feel like time is slipping away. Embarking on this new frontier can be an exciting time for both you and your student, but it can also be a bit intimidating. In my own home, we are preparing to send our...
