by Kelli Donley | Feb 5, 2018 | Arizona, Domestic Art, Flora and Fauna
We are enjoying this beautiful, temperate spring weather. Everything is blooming and happy. Even the avocado tree is sprouting new leaves and growing. The acacia trees, with their yellow pom poms of pollen are making the entire neighborhood smell heavenly. Our raised...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 31, 2017 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna
January in Phoenix is an ideal time for gardening, believe it or not. I planted tomatoes from seed, which are popping up all over the beds, along with garlic and onions. The cruciferous plants are hanging in there, but not flourishing. The soil needs more work and it...
by Kelli Donley | Jun 21, 2016 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna
Gardening is one of those universal hobbies for women, men and children that everyone can get involved in. Not only is it therapeutic, but it can also be a great deal of fun. Additionally, there’s something so satisfying about witnessing the fruits of your...
by Kelli Donley | Apr 10, 2016 | Domestic Art, Flora and Fauna, Happy Hippie, Heirloom Hacienda
Jason finished up the addition to the garden bed this weekend, including a new irrigation system — which will come in handy as soon as temps climb over 100 and hauling buckets of water gets old. I am thrilled! Three weeks ago, I planted cucumbers and zucchini by...
by Kelli Donley | Mar 11, 2016 | Arizona, Domestic Art, Flora and Fauna
The citrus are blooming, covered in bees and making the yard smell like perfume. We’ve got two types of basil and some lavender going. I’m hoping they’ll all perk up with the increasing heat. Especially you, lavender. You’re on notice. The...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 20, 2016 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna, Happy Hippie
We have broccoli, peppers and onions going strong in the garden. We’re soon adding an addition to the garden bed — a separate bed solely for tomatoes. I’m thrilled. We’ll fill it two-thirds with organic compost and soil, and then work in epsom...