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Connections in the Garden

Spring 2025 was late and unpredictable; at the beginning of June the ground was still soggy and cold. New transplants,

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The Art of Tree Decorating

Decorating a Christmas tree in my family has become a cherished holiday tradition that brings us immense joy and creates

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October Happenings at Abbey Gardens

At Abbey Gardens, October is one of our favourite times of the year. Not only is October our busiest month

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Summer Delight

Delight is something we, collectively, could use a little more of. It is much easier to look around and notice

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The Bounty of Fresh Herbs

Planting an herb garden is fun and rewarding. Who doesn’t love the tender shoots of fresh basil or the

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Calling All Fire Flies

Ah, the gentle flash of a firefly. Tiny bursts of starlight punctuate the dark like the dots and dashes from

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The Country Living Show Returns April 21st

Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of country living and local creativity! The Fenelon Falls Country Living Show

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The Magic of the Multitasking Garden

As the cold darkness of winter sets in, you will often find me by the fire, browsing seed catalogues, dreaming

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Soul & Belly

There are years when autumn means I’m canning tomatoes, peaches, pickles, beans, and more, grating all the zucchini and carrots

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October at Abbey Gardens

At Abbey Gardens, October is one of our favourite times of the year. Not only is October our busiest

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