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Revisiting Monarchs

Posted on October 24, 2021 by natureisnurture

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It’s OK to Allow Plants to Bolt Sometimes

Posted on March 25, 2016 by natureisnurture

It’s OK to allow plants to go to bolt sometimes, such as when annuals are just past their prime season but not quite spent enough to pull.  If you are unfamiliar with bolting, it is the phase in a plant … Continue reading →

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The Great Fall Monarch Migration

Posted on October 21, 2015 by natureisnurture

There is something amazing happening in the North Texas area right now:  The annual fall monarch butterfly migration into Mexico. Last weekend, I saw multitudes of monarchs making a pit stop at my home, which is about 3 miles east … Continue reading →

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Dill is a Great Deal

Posted on August 5, 2014 by natureisnurture

Among the most flavorful, versatile, and easiest of herbs to grow in a home garden is dill weed. There is nothing better than going out to your garden and hand picking the fresh herbs and vegetables you plan to serve … Continue reading →

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