Dawn Conrad, Author at Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch - Page 7 of 10

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Permaculture and prosperity

Recently I had the opportunity to attend some really fascinating workshops and presentations on permaculture right here in Lunenburg County. I describe permaculture as a ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, May 30, 2018 1:39 pm

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Tea in the Garden

Recently I had the pleasure of taking afternoon tea with a few of my girlfriends at Rosewood Virginia. A lovely historic property in Lunenburg County ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, May 16, 2018 3:24 pm

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Bouquet de corsage & Boutonnieres

What do birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, proms and funerals all have in common? Flowers! Nowadays, most special occasions be they happy or sad will have flowers ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Monday, May 14, 2018 10:09 am

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Buttercups

I cannot think of a flower that evokes more fond childhood memories of spring and summer than the buttercup (Ranunculus). The buttercup is a member ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, April 18, 2018 12:36 pm

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Patience

In conversation I have made the declaration that spring has arrived to many friends and strangers this past week. A few have reveled along with ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, April 4, 2018 11:55 am

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The spring ephemerals have arrived

What is a spring Ephemeral, you ask? Ephemerals are plants with extremely rapid life cycles. They are among the first in the plant world to ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 12:36 pm

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The Daffodil

There are many different species of the daffodil with many new varieties produced each year. It is one of the first flowers to welcome the ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, March 7, 2018 1:57 pm

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Ladybugs

As I sit at my desk to write this column I can’t help but notice the small army of ladybugs moving about on the outside ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, February 21, 2018 9:17 am

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Garden seeds can connect people and strengthen communities

Warm greetings readers. Recently I had the opportunity to connect with my friend Alicia. She is an avid gardener and outdoor enthusiast just like myself ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, February 7, 2018 12:37 pm

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Garden design year round

Garden design doesn’t stop upon the initial completion of a garden installation. Now is the perfect time of year to reevaluate your garden and execute ... Read more

by Dawn Conrad, Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:21 pm

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