Bricks ‘n Blooms Weekly 89
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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!
It was HOT all week long here and we’ve had no rain.
Since we have an irrigation system, the gardens have not skipped a beat but the ponds are looking a little low, so we added some water to both of them yesterday.
I’ve been busy preparing to go to the Haven Blogging Conference this week where I am mentoring a group of bloggers in Atlanta.
It will be a great time and I’m looking forward to meeting some friends I have yet to meet in person!
How fun is that?
We also enjoyed a beautiful tour around the gardens and outdoor living spaces with some of my besties last night.
It was such a great time and I’m glad we were able to squeeze dinner in outside in the potager garden before a quick rainstorm hit.
One of my besties, Bonnie, named our new home Shangra-Ling!
Isn’t that a great name for it???
The bunny is still wreaking havoc in the garden. He is mowing down zinnias left and right!
I’m considering buying more scat mats because they work really well and then I can keep him away from certain areas.
What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms
It was a fun week on the blog!
I share a perennial flowers list that is low-maintenance and bloom in midsummer.
Bookmark this post so you remember it in fall when you plant your garden.
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With the heat of summer, also comes pest and disease problems.
I shared about the benefits of ladybugs in the garden and how to release ladybugs to control soft-bodied insects like aphids and scale.
Because this week has been a scorcher here in New Jersey, we made these light and refreshing blueberry mojitos recipe that are super easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day.
Whether you are lounging by the pool or hanging on your porch or patio, you’ve got to try this one!
It is SO GOOD!
I also shared my latest tour of the new cottage garden where we chatted about all of the snapdragon varieties and other perennials that will look amazing all summer long.
Come tour the new cottage garden with me HERE.
What I’m Shopping for This Week!
I went on a little hiatus from working on the inside of our new home while I was busy working in the gardens.
Since it’s too hot to work outside, I need to get back to decorating inside.
Here are a few purchases I just made.
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.
This week I’m drawn to the trips my friends have been going on!
My good friend Kim from Shiplap and Shells shared all about her amazing adventures in Italy and Greece.
This one is on my bucket list for sure!
If you are looking for a beautiful beach to visit, my good friend Rachel from the Ponds Farmhouse shared some great travel information about Kure Beach in North Carolina.
I’ve been following along with her adventures there and the beach, restaurants, and activities sound like an amazing vacation!
My good friend Jennifer from Cottage on Bunker Hill has been doing a lot of fun day trips in New England.
She recently shared this one about her adventures in Rockport, Maine.
I have got to see this place because it sounds amazing!
And one of these days, I’ll get her to make a day trip to see me in Vermont! Nudge nudge Jennifer! LOL
And here is some more inspiration you’ve got to see!
Wait until you try this delicious berry dessert!
This little lobster shack in Maine looks amazing!
These summer decorating tips for the front entryway.
These wall ideas for the living room.
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