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February 2026 – Winter continues!

Bomb Cyclone Blizzard February 23, 2026 The month of February concluded with the region experiencing the wrath of a severe weather event, specifically a bomb cyclone blizzard, which brought significant snowfall and challenging conditions not only to Northern New Jersey … Continue reading

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Winter of 26: Snowmaggedon

3:46 pm monday 1/26/2026 Winter Storm Fern has come and gone leaving behind seventeen inches of snow in lower West Milford N.J.. I got my SUV out of the driveway and took a victory lap around town only to find … Continue reading

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2026 Garden

February 2026 Winter Sowing Each year, we are able to give our flower garden a head start by using a technique called winter sowing, specifically focusing on sunflowers. This innovative gardening method leverages readily available materials, such as empty soda … Continue reading

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January – Winter in North Jersey

Given the persistent winter conditions we’ve experienced, with the December snow blanket still covering much of Western North Jersey, it is likely that this wintry landscape will remain in place until the arrival of spring. Worse than the cold temperatures … Continue reading

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December – Winter officially arrives in Northern New Jersey.

Holiday Shopping – Winter Gardening The month of December started with a few inches of snow and frigid temperatures, yes, winter has arrived early weeks before its scheduled start. Following Thanksgiving in November, the busy atmosphere of the holiday season … Continue reading

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November 2025 in northern New Jersey

Winter Garden The crisp air of autumn signals the arrival of November. The shorter days and cooler nights characterize this month. The recent shift from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time brings about a noticeable change in our daily rhythm, … Continue reading

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October in Northern New Jersey

Home Preparations – Winter Vehicle Prep – October in Our Garden – Following the brief respite of our September “Indian Summer,” a noticeable shift occurs in northern New Jersey as the days shorten and temperatures cool, signaling the impending arrival … Continue reading

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September 2025: Our Garden Winds Down

September is here and we are starting to say goodbye to our summer vegetable garden. As every year, I wish that I harvested more produce. But I am satisfied with the amount of delicious strawberries, tomatoes, garden beans, cucumbers, lettuce, zucchini and summer squash produced in our gardens. Continue reading

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August 2025 – Harvest Starts!

Half-Sour Summer Pickles – Zucchini Recipe – Jersey Tomato Sandwich As our garden continues to change and mature, we are rewarded with a small but steady harvest of strawberries each week. Our garden beans, displaying their vibrant energy, are currently … Continue reading

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July 2025: Summer in the Garden

Garden Issues and Concerns – July 21 Lots of Flowers, No Joy – Harvest July 26 – Simple Zucchini Recipe With the turn of July, summer is officially in full swing. The garden is thriving and I am beginning to … Continue reading

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