Micro Wellbeing

Keep garden tools handy, Stash a spare set of hand tools and garden twine in a waterproof container in our garden. That way, when we spot weeds, broken rose canes or a stem that needs tying up, we won’t have to run to the garage or potting shed for supplies.

One of the best gardening tips that landscapers can offer is to shrink the size of our lawn. We’ll be amazed at how much time we’ll save on lawn chores simply by reducing the grass-covered areas in our yard. Combine trees, shrubs, boulders and decorative mulches to fashion eye-catching, maintenance-free island beds in our front and back yards.

When we can’t get anything to grow beneath trees or along fences, set up a multitier container garden in the shady location. Plant shade-loving perennials and compact shrubs in appropriately sized containers; set the containers on stands in varying heights. Or use simple green pots that blend into the background, and won’t compete with the flowering show.

Start our garden with good soil. Work in compost, manure or dried peat moss for nutrient-rich planting beds. Amended soil is lighter, drains well, makes for easy weeding and allows roots to establish themselves more quickly.

Spicy Southern Hot Corn, This sassy Southern-style recipe has been part of our holiday meal tradition for years and doubles.

Ingredients
3.5 cups corn ((fresh, canned, or frozen))
1/2 large red bell pepper (diced)
2 fresh jalapeno peppers (diced (seeds/veins removed))
3-4 TBSP diced pickled jalapeno peppers (plus extra to taste)
2.5 TBSP butter.