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  • Greenhouse 2026

Greenhouse Gains & Garden Games: Hilling, Digging, and Plant Drama

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Tackling the final hard labor of the season! From hilling up Magic Molly potatoes and refereeing a comfrey vs. shallot turf war, to running permanent electrical power to the greenhouse—the backyard garden is officially upgraded.

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Blueberry pots wrapped in netting with disco balls to deter birds
  • Greenhouse 2026

The Disco Ball Blueberry Shield + A Full 2026 Garden Update

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on May 25, 2026

See how to protect blueberries from birds using election sign frames and disco balls, plus a full update on the garden layout, and another round of gutters on the greenhouse adds MAJOR liquid impact!

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  • Greenhouse 2026

The Tomato Fountain, Blue Potatoes, and the 10 PM Nightdress Maneuver

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on May 14, 2026May 25, 2026

From blue Magic Molly potatoes to DIY deer-proofing with election signs, see how the yarden is evolving this spring. Plus, a “glow up” for the herb bags and the potato lane!

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  • Greenhouse 2026

Herb Garden Renovation: Fighting Deer & Finding Focus

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on March 29, 2026May 25, 2026

A guide to renovating an overgrown herb garden. Learn how to transition to deer-resistant herbs like borage and lavender, use strategic mulching, and incorporate budget-friendly stone borders for a cleaner, more manageable landscape.

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  • Greenhouse 2025

Born to Run: The Reality of a Costco Greenhouse Setup In Michigan Zone 6b

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on November 16, 2025May 25, 2026

The honeymoon phase with my Costco greenhouse is officially meeting reality. Between the watering conundrum and the search for off-grid power, I’ve got a plan to survive a Michigan winter involving a 55-gallon barrel and a lot of optimism. It’s not perfect yet, but it has a disco ball, so we’re getting there.

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  • Yarden 2025

Garden update and lots of pictures! 6-21-25

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on June 23, 2025February 28, 2026

Well, I started this post on Memorial Day but it’s been a minute. Back then…

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  • Yarden 2025

4-17-25 And so Yarden 2025 begins!

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

Today is a gorgeous day to get started in the yard! I began by taking…

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  • Yarden 2024

An update – the garden’s not done yet! 10-30-24

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on October 30, 2024October 30, 2024

Whew. This summer was interesting on so many levels. My contract job ended on July…

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  • Yarden 2024

A break in the heat! 7-7-24

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on July 7, 2024

I got up early this morning because it’s going to be 88 degrees again today…

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  • Yarden 2024

Memorial Day Weekend! 5-24-24

  • by Amy Crabtree Campbell
  • Posted on May 24, 2024

I’m back from a two week road trip and getting my yard in gear! Apparently…

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