Author Archives: Katie Ketelsen

Get an Extra BOOST with Burpee

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

Everyone knows vegetables are good for you. Just how good? I can’t answer that, but Burpee can with their BOOST collection showcasing six exclusive, delicious and nutritious vegetables. It’s hard these days to eat a healthy, balanced meal at each … Continue reading →

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Local Garden Center Goodness

Posted on March 15, 2011 by

Occasionally I’m asked “Where’s the best place to buy plants?” I thought I’d share with you where I like to peruse for plants…and of course some shopping secrets. Listed in no particular order….   TimberPine Nursery Of course I’ll plug you with … Continue reading →

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Hydrangea Bonanza

Posted on February 13, 2011 by

I’m fairly certain heaven is laced with hydrangeas–at least that’s what my heaven will look like. Want a peek? I cannot wait until these Limelight Hydrangeas fill in! Their blooms are magnificent and last FOREVER! Little Lime also has my … Continue reading →

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Living Walls? Yes Please.

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

You all know I love living…vertical walls. So much so I conned my husband into building me one…..or three. But I think I’ve got room for more–there is approximately 2000 square footage of interior real estate just waiting to host … Continue reading →

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Sometimes…..change is Good

Posted on November 1, 2010 by

As the season changes…so too does my lifestyle.  I’m moving on and hopefully up. Friday was my last day at TimberPine Nursery.  It was bittersweet. TimberPine was my first real job out of college.  It was where I learned what … Continue reading →

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Set it now…Plant it later

Posted on October 25, 2010 by

Mother Nature tapped me on the shoulder last week to remind me that sweatshirt weather has begun and I’d better get cracking on that mound of weeds in the back corner. Even Riley was tired of looking at it. Fall … Continue reading →

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3 Plants Packing a Fall Punch!

Posted on September 21, 2010 by

If you don’t see the video, please click here Little Henry Sweetspire is hardy to zone 5.  Here in Iowa it will generally have some winter die back needing to be trimmed around first part of May.  This Sweetspire is … Continue reading →

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Stopping to Smell the Flowers 09.16.2010

Posted on September 16, 2010 by

Excerpts from my Google reader~it’s like settling down to read a good book that’s never ending, as I always find something inspiring, thought provoking or just plain funny. I’m loving the way the gal from Frugal Farmhouse Design re-purposed this dresser…with spray … Continue reading →

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Keeping it Simple

Posted on September 14, 2010 by

Sometimes the only landscape you need is the American Flag.

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Stopping to Smell the Flowers 09.09.10

Posted on September 9, 2010 by

Excerpts from my Google reader~it’s like settling down to read a good book that’s never ending, as I always find something inspiring, thought provoking or just plain funny. Did you know you were suppose to store your outdoor cushions inside during … Continue reading →

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