A guide to some truly homegrown (and world-changing) New England plants. Photo/Art by Rose James When you travel down the aisles of your local supermarket, you’re seeing the products of thousands of years of food history. Some of that history began in New England. Plants like blueberry, cranberry, and maple were cultivated by Native Americans […]
Living
We found a historic New England farmstead in New Boston, New Hampshire, featuring Moses Eaton stenciling, 105 acres, and a gorgeous pond.
Photo/Art by Annie Graves Light shines brightly on Zaccharias Walker’s house, built in 1691 in Woodbury, Connecticut. We know Zaccharias built it, because the small wooden marker at the corner of this handsome white chunk of Colonial history tells us so. His house has weathered sun, rain, and snow for 325 years, alongside dozens more […]
Early New Englanders invented the Cape Cod house out of necessity, but its charm and ingenuity made it an American icon.
I have a few amazing teachers to thank this week and these Vintage Halloween Baskets will be a delightful way to share some appreciation. Materials needed to make Vintage Inspired Halloween Baskets: Peat pots (you can find these at a garden center or hardware store–“Jiffy peat pots” are one brand you can look for) Orange, […]
Gardens
Make an Indoor Succulent Garden
Do you love the interesting textures and shapes of succulents? If so, why not make an indoor succulent garden to enjoy throughout the fall and winter? And once the weather warms up, you can keep your garden inside or transport it to the deck, porch or patio! Succulents are plants that are native to desert regions and […]
Installing a brown paper bag floor is an attractive, inexpensive flooring solution for damp, drafty spaces. Here’s how!
Have you been struggling with a hydrangea that doesn’t bloom? Here are four common reasons why, and how to coax them back to color.
Gardens
Favorite Fall Flowers and Plants
When it comes to enhancing your garden and outdoor planters throughout the autumn season, chrysanthemums, marigolds, and ornamental kale are not the only options. Why not add a few wildflowers to your mix of traditional fall plants, or create a special autumn garden area in which to display them? Here are some of our favorite fall […]
An up-close look at the work of fiber artist David Stearns.
At Stone Acres, head gardener Chris Careb finds that a little Yankee ingenuity pays off when growing a historic garden from seed—at minimal cost. Chris Careb takes the slow-but-sure route to growing the heirlooms at Stone Acres: Rather than spend precious time and resources driving around the countryside randomly seeking bygone plants at nurseries, he […]
Sure, toothpaste gives you fresh breath and sparkling teeth, but did you know that it also works on a number of hard-to-clean surfaces? Here 5 things to clean with toothpaste. Editor’s Note: Don’t use the gel type; you need the abrasive effect of the toothpaste for these tips to work. Get Rid of Rust Spots […]