The Peperomia Obtusifolia may well be the plant responsible for my current plant addiction. The first one I bought, I planted in a little copper canister and while it did look sweet, it quickly outgrew it and the easy success spurred my confidence on to try another plant soon after. The Obtusifolia has been one… Continue reading Baby Rubber Plant – Peperomia Obtusifolia
An Eclectic Thanksgiving Home Tour
Thanksgiving couldn’t go by without a bit of pomp and circumstance. There has never been one like it and I hope beyond hope that there never will be one like it ever again in my lifetime – or the lifetime of my children. Still, there is much to be thankful for and as such, I… Continue reading An Eclectic Thanksgiving Home Tour
How to get your indoor Hibiscus to flower
Hibiscus are prolific bloomers outside in tropical locations and require little assistance in achieving a spray of showy flowers. While it is possible to grow hibiscus as a houseplant, getting them to flower will require a little hands on attention from you. The good news is, I find encouraging blooms on my hibiscus much easier… Continue reading How to get your indoor Hibiscus to flower
Growing Hibiscus Indoors. Troubleshooting and Pest Control.
If you’re growing hibiscus chances are it has a pest, in fact I’m guessing that’s why you’re here – because you’re looking for solutions to your spider mite infestation or aphid affliction. Hibiscus are tropical plants that grow in specific conditions and when you mess with those conditions it stresses the plant. A stressed plant… Continue reading Growing Hibiscus Indoors. Troubleshooting and Pest Control.
Crafting through the tough times
What does a crafter do when the craft store and the thrift shops are no longer available? She digs through her stash! In mine, I found this tatty atlas and that roll of nautical themed wall paper. You may remember that from a previous thrift the look challenge where it featured as a lamp shade.… Continue reading Crafting through the tough times
Asparagus, Bacon, and Spinach Quiche with Homemade Crust
This is the sort of recipe I love to have on hand for those times when you want something special and comforting but simple. At it’s core, quiche is a farmer’s meal. Eggs, dairy, veggies and whatever meat you have leftover. But the process of putting it together makes it so special. It’s not every… Continue reading Asparagus, Bacon, and Spinach Quiche with Homemade Crust