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The Constant Gardener
The constant gardener lives in an uneasy relationship with nature. Sometimes they are friends, sometimes allies, and at other times enemies.There is nothing natural about a traditional English cottage garden, however beautiful it may look. Nor is there anything natural … Continue reading
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Tagged cottage garden, lawn, nature garden, White-tailed deer, wildlife-gardening
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Virginia Nature Journal for August
Cottage gardens were at one time part of the domestic economy, but now they’re mostly recreational. Like horse-riding, boating, fishing, target-shooting, and racing of various kinds, gardening has evolved from an occupation to a passion. Besides the advantages of growing-your-own … Continue reading
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Tagged Andrew Marvell, cottage garden, nightshades, Thomas Jefferson, vegetable gardening
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