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• Fall Yard and Garden Preparation Tips for Your Cottage

  Published Oct 25 2019 in Cottage Garden, Cottage Living, Fall, Gardening

  With fall’s arrival, we’re now in the transition from the abundance of summer to the dormancy of winter. Since I spent some time recently reading about how to prepare my cottage’s yard and garden for the change in season, I thought you might find some of the tips I ran across helpful too!

  
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• Cottage Gardening That Supports Pollinators

  Published Aug 11 2019 in Cottage Garden, Cottage Living, Cottage Style, Gardening

  

  This year, more so than other summers I can recall, the bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and butterfly moths have been abundant in the flower beds.  Their presence and activity in the garden is a welcome reminder for me of the ecosystem we’re a part of.

  Knowing the important work these creatures do, I’ve been thinking about having more plants in my yard that support pollinators for the years to come.

  
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