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🌱August! From Summer Heat to Fall Harvest: Tips You’ll Love 🌻
Calendula's GardenHi Reader, Wow, August is already here! Time flies in the heat of summer. With fall right around the corner, we have been planning our fall garden. While also taking advantage of the late summer heat by planting more basil, malabar spinach, and growing microgreens indoors. The late summer heat has brought on the swarms of mosquitoes. We've tried out quite a few control methods and share them in our guides. Don't forget to check out the summer deals at the end of this newsletter. Including the big summer sale at our sister site, Calendula Bath and Home! Save 50% on refreshing essential oil shower steamers, natural botanical soap bars, bath accessories, and candles to get you through the dog days of summer. Happy Gardening! Summer Garden Tips Deadhead Flowers: Remove spent blooms from summer flowers to encourage more growth and keep your garden looking fresh. Check for Pests: Inspect plants for common summer pests like aphids and spider mites, and treat them naturally. Upgrade Outdoor Furniture: Refresh your patio with new cushions, throws, or even a hammock for ultimate relaxation. Grow These Garden Vegetables for Home CanningWe are always trying to figure out how to squeeze more out of our gardens. There’s something incredibly satisfying about growing your own vegetables and preserving them for later enjoyment.
DIY Botanical Face Masks to Hydrate and Rejuvenate Parched SkinTake a break! Simple, effective face masks made from natural ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your kitchen.
Simple Ways to Add Privacy to Your Fire Pit AreaPlan now for fall comfort. From natural barriers to structural enhancements and decorative flair, here’s a guide to help you achieve ultimate seclusion around your fire pit.
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Calendula's Garden
Welcome to Calendula’s Garden! We share fun garden inspiration, practical garden tips, and strategies to increase your backyard privacy and peace.🌱
Calendula's Garden Hi Reader, When we carve out space for pollinators, we give bees, butterflies, and other vital insects the fuel they need to keep our ecosystems thriving. You do not need a massive backyard to make a real difference. Even a single window box can become a busy rest stop for local wildlife. Here are a few simple ways to invite nature in this season: 🦋Include native flowers that naturally thrive in your specific region. 🐝Create a simple bee watering station. It will attract...
Calendula's Garden Hi Reader, March is here, and with it comes the promise of longer days, warmer weather, and the first signs of spring in the garden. It’s the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and dive into the excitement of a new growing season. Whether it’s prepping garden beds, starting seeds, or spotting the first blooms, there’s so much to look forward to this month. If you’ve been following along for a while, whether here or on our YouTube channel, you’ve probably heard me...
Calendula's Garden Hi Reader, There’s something magical about the energy of a new year. January always feels like a clean slate, especially in the garden. It’s the perfect time to dream, plan, and organize for the growing season ahead. With a recent back injury, I’ve been leaning on our indoor garden more than ever, and I’m loving the fresh herbs we’re growing. If you’re curious, check out my latest video, Best Herbs To Grow Indoors: Small Garden, Big Flavor. This year, Mark and I are...