Bricks 'n Blooms Weekly 196

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I hope you had a great week!

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Random Things Happening Behind the Scenes at Bricks ‘n Blooms

What a week it was!

Behind the Scenes

With cooler temperatures, I hit the ground running in the gardens, getting some weeding and clean-up done. We finally got some rain here so I was not out in the gardens as much as I would have liked but still managed to get a bunch of things accomplished.

And to be honest, it was kind of nice having a little break! It’s been several weeks – maybe 2 months – where we have not had a good rain to really soak the gardens. The rain also inspired me to take a step back and enjoy the views from my porches.

I just placed an order for about 100 perennials from Proven Winners that are expected to arrive the week of October 7, so I’ve got my work cut out for me soon. They will be tucked in the front yard gardens where I am rehabbing a few spaces.

A close-up of various dried flowers, including pink and yellow blooms, hanging upside down from a wooden branch. Green stems and a light background are visible, giving a rustic and natural aesthetic to the scene.

Oh and I also ordered hundreds of spring flowering bulbs. I’m a little late to the party, but hey, I got it done and placed an order from White Flower Farm for the blooms that I want to grow next year.

Because the first frost is pretty imminent, I cut a bunch more flowers for air-drying in the she shed. And let me tell you – that space is filling up and smells unbelievable with the herbs I am drying in there too.

Today is Chris’ birthday, so we were in Vermont for a few days. We were supposed to wrap up the boat last weekend, but got a little sidetracked sealing up some new mouseholes we found at the cabin. So, we came up to get one last ride on the boat and drop it off at the marina for winter storage.

The foliage is beyond spectacular in Vermont right now!

Fall into Flower Gardening

Fall is the perfect time to both plan and plant, ensuring a vibrant and colorful display come spring. To help you get started, I’ve put together a FREE guide: 10 Essential Tips for Starting a Flower Garden. This handy resource is packed with everything you need to know, from choosing the right plants for your climate to preparing your soil for optimal growth.

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Garden Chat and Fall Book Signing Event

Come see me at The Farm at Green Village on Saturday, October 6, 2024, from 11AM-2PM. Let’s talk about your garden aspirations, we’ll have some books and soak in all that the Farm has to offer.

hydrangea paniculata and sugar pumpkins on the fence

What I’m Shopping For This Week

It’s been a random week of stuff! I’m starting to look at fall decor for my home and of course, needed a few odds and ends for the garden. Here’s what I’m shopping for this week!

If you are getting ready for fall like I am, here are my fall garden essentials. But there are a few other odds and ends I am restocking up on before I get busy planting this week!

Since I’ve decided to rebrand my front entry hall, I spent some time shopping for a new area rug. I really want to get more color in there but want to keep to sage green as that is more my accent color around the house. These are my top contenders – which would you choose? Tell me in the comments below I’m having a tough time deciding!

I also bought a new bookshelf for my sunroom so I could fit more plants in that space! It arrived on Friday and Chris just put it together for me. I’ll share pics of it when I get my plants back indoors.

These are the most popular products on my blog this week!

What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms

It was a fun week on the blog!

15 Fall Garden Prep Mistakes to Avoid: Don’t Let These Errors Ruin Your Spring

Avoid these common fall garden prep mistakes that could ruin your spring blooms! Learn the essential steps for a thriving garden next year.

A vibrant garden filled with a variety of blooming flowers. Foreground features clusters of light purple blossoms, midground has pink flowers, and background showcases a dense area of yellow blossoms. Lush green vegetation surrounds the garden. Trees are visible in the distance.

Cozy Cottagecore Living Room in Fall: A Guide to Rustic Charm

Cozy cottagecore living room + fall = the perfect match! Find inspiration to add rustic touches, warm textures, and natural elements to your space.

A cozy indoor scene featuring a wooden table with a lit candle in an orange holder, a large dried gourd, and green foliage. Behind the table is an armchair with a blanket, a potted plant, and a white door adorned with two wreaths. Soft natural light filters in.

How to Plant Bulbs in Fall for a Stunning Spring Garden

Learn how to plant bulbs in the fall and create a stunning spring garden. This guide shares easy-to-follow steps and beautiful results!

A colorful garden with blooming pink tulips in the foreground and a large green tree with white blossoms in the background. A wooden sculpture and green trellis are visible on the left side of the scene. The spring garden is lush and vibrant with greenery.

How to Dry Flowers with Silica Gel

Learn how to dry flowers with silica gel and preserve their beauty for years. This step-by-step guide shares the secrets to perfectly preserved blooms!

A vibrant assortment of colorful flowers in various shades of pink, purple, yellow, red, and orange. The flowers are closely arranged, creating a dense, visually striking display. Petals vary in shape and size, adding texture and depth to the composition.

Refreshing Fall Mocktail Recipes to Spice Up Your Season

Spice up your autumn gatherings with these delicious fall mocktail recipes. Easy to make, perfect for all ages, and bursting with seasonal flavors.

A collage of four refreshing fall mocktails: Top left is a light yellow drink with an orange slice and rosemary sprig, next to a copper mug with ice. Top right is a dark red drink with a lime slice and striped straw. Bottom left is a martini glass with a peach-colored drink and apple slice garnish. Bottom right shows two red drinks with lime garnishes and striped straws. Flowers and fruit decorations surround the drinks.

10 Essential Fall Garden Chores to Prepare for Next Year’s Bloom

Get your garden ready for spring with these 10 essential fall garden chores. Ensure a vibrant bloom next year with these simple tips.

sunset in the fall cottage garden with pumpkins, lantana, celosia and a view of my gardening zone 6a new jersey gardens

My Latest Videos

Come join me for a tour of the front yard pond garden and outdoor living space. I’m considering rebranding it and could use your help deciding what to call it! Watch it here.

A scenic garden featuring a pond and a fire pit surrounded by wooden Adirondack chairs. The area is adorned with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, set against a backdrop of tall trees. To the right, a white and pink text box reads, "Help Me Decide! Pond and Fire Pit Garden Tour.

Fall Gardening

Dreaming of a garden that wows every season? It all starts with fall planting! Watch the video here.

Amazing Inspiration from Around the Web

I love finding cool inspiration from around the web and wanted to share some of what I’m loving right now.

These fall screened in porch decor ideas.
This DIY Thanksgiving Wreath.
These fall pumpkin DIYs
And these tips for fall mantle decorating.

Thank you so much for following along.

Enjoy a beautiful day! xo

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