by Kelli Donley | Mar 27, 2014 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna
We’ve got tomatoes and a pepper. Oh! And squash blossoms and tons of basil. Let’s check in: Love this time of year. Have I mentioned this? ~K
by Kelli Donley | Feb 17, 2014 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna, Heirloom Homestead
Trying to find the light and positive, seeking the warmth of the Arizona early spring. My vegetable garden is going wild, eating up buffalo loam and drinking up as much water as I can provide. The heat comes on strong, and stronger. Again, I plant a garden. And...
by Kelli Donley | Feb 1, 2014 | Arizona, Community, Flora and Fauna, Photography
A few of the colors from a neighborhood walk. Oh Phoenix, you are so gorgeous this time of year! ~K
by Kelli Donley | Jan 22, 2014 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna, Happy Hippie
The succulent garden continues to thrive. I am looking forward to getting tomatoes and basil in when we land in Tempe. Depending on the space, a few fruit trees may find their way to our home too. One of the best parts of living in Phoenix: the gardening. Sure,...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 12, 2013 | Arizona, Flora and Fauna
This random — and what I would guess is tropical — tree is planted on the Arizona state capitol lawn. Anyone know what kind of tree this is? The barbed bark and bright flowers are such a contrast to the pine and palms otherwise planted in the same area. ~K...
by Kelli Donley | Oct 20, 2013 | Arizona, Earth Mama, Flora and Fauna
The little patio garden that could is chugging away. Specifically, the basil and other herbs: The beans aren’t doing poorly either. And now, thanks to Finny’s thoughtfulness, I’ve got another patio planted with succulents. I hope to propegate them...
