Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

The Great Tomato Race

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Perfect for cooking, canning, freezing… A Torrent Of Tomatoes It was 48 degrees when I got up this morning, though the sun broke through the marine layer early, quickly warming the day up by 15 degrees. Even so, it’s clear … Continue reading →

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Appreciating Goodness Where We Find It

Posted on September 6, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

What to do when zucchini arrives Garden Bathing As Balm To An Aching Heart When dire daily news crushes my heart, the garden is the only place that truly refreshes my spirit. Yanking out weeds (with a muttered diatribe against … Continue reading →

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Havens For Beneficial Bugs

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Bees are beautiful Nurturing pollinators yard by yard Despite dire daily news about climate change and ecological destruction, I’m heartened to observe increasing interest in protecting and nurturing pollinators. Cute, fuzzy honeybees still get the most media attention, but there’s … Continue reading →

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From Monoculture To Pollinator Picnic

Posted on August 23, 2021 by Ann Lovejoy

Bees adore oregano Transforming Lawns Into Lunch I’ve written a fair amount about how trading monoculture lawns for pollinator patches can fight climate change, help the environment, save water, and bring your yard to life, but there’s always more to … Continue reading →

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