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How To Start Your Own Urban Cut Flower Stand: A Blooming Business

November 3, 2023 · Cottage Garden, Gardening

Roadside urban cut flower stand

Ready to start your own cut flower stand? In this post, I will share my step-by-step guide to show you everything you need to know to successfully grow a mini cut flower farm and flower stand right in your own…

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Vulnerability, Persistence and Patience

August 10, 2023 · Life

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It’s been a while since I have written an informal update, perhaps the first ever, for a reflective post and peeled back the onion to shed a few layers. Well, I feel now is as good a time as ever…

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How To Care For Radiant Red Roses

July 7, 2023 · Cottage Garden, Gardening, Pruning

Red Roses

Red roses are the epitome of love, passion, and beauty, captivating hearts for centuries. With their vibrant hues and intoxicating fragrance, red roses hold a special place in the world of flowers. In this blog post, we will immerse ourselves…

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Unlock the Secrets: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Dahlias

July 6, 2023 · Gardening

growing dahlias for beginners

Dahlias are stunning flowering plants known for their vibrant colors and intricate petal arrangements. If you’re a gardening enthusiast and want to dive into the world of dahlias, you’ve come to the right place. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll walk…

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8 Easy Tips to Grow the Best Sweet Pea Flowers: Beginner Tips and Techniques for Stunning Blooms

July 5, 2023 · Cottage Garden, Gardening, Pruning

How to grow sweet pea flowers

Sweet pea flowers, known for their delicate fragrance and vibrant colors, are a favorite among garden enthusiasts. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, growing these beautiful flowers can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. In this updated beginners…

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The Cottage Garden Is In Bloom

May 5, 2023 · Cottage Garden, My Garden Updates

It’s the first week in May, and the cottage garden is in bloom with thousands of tulips! Almost all 2,000 of my tulips in both my raised beds and in the landscaped beds are all blooming! I’ve also been steadily…

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A Simple Guide To DIY Beeswax Wraps Without Resin

April 19, 2023 · Sustainable

Beeswax wraps

If you’re looking for ways to reduce your single-use plastic, beeswax wraps are a great place to start! They are easy to make, affordable and will last a very long time. What Is A Beeswax Wrap? Beeswax wraps are a…

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Spring Has Officially Sprung

April 12, 2023 · Gardening, Life, My Garden Updates

Spring has sprung in Maine

It’s now almost the middle of April and here in Maine, the signs of seasons changing has officially begun. The moment we have all been waiting for over the last five months is finally here. There’s an excitement buzzing through…

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How To Grow The Best Sweet Peas In 2023

March 30, 2023 · Gardening

How to grow sweet pea flowers from seeds

If you’ve always wanted to grow sweet peas but just weren’t sure how, look no further. In this post I’ll review some of my top tips and tricks to help you grow the best sweet peas in 2023! Ever since…

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Mobile Sauna-The Ultimate Self-Care Sunday Experience

March 14, 2023 · Around Maine, Life

Self care sunday mobile sauna rental

Looking to elevate your self-care Sunday experience? We’ve got the perfect idea to help you boost your relaxation at home with a mobile sauna rental! WHAT IS A MOBILE SAUNA? First and foremost, what is a sauna? A sauna is…

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5 Beautiful, Non-Toxic Cat Friendly Houseplants

March 5, 2023 · Gardening

Non toxic cat friendly houseplants

Want to add greenery to your space without fear of your furry feline chomping down on something they shouldn’t have? Well, look no further. Here is a list of our top 5 beautiful, easy to care for, and cat friendly…

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Complete Guide to Growing the Best Roses in 2023

March 1, 2023 · Gardening

best roses in 2023

Are you looking to take your rose garden to the next level by 2023? With the right knowledge and tips, you can grow the best roses and have a bountiful harvest. In this guide, we’ll provide you with the top…

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Come along with me as I begin to slowly work in my garden this spring.
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-Kate

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It's opening day for my small flower stand! Come along with me as I work to harvest my annual tulips and put out fresh cut flower bouquets for the flower stand on opening day!

And for an update, I did end up selling out!

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//GARDENING PRODUCTS I USE:
○ Bee Garden Boots: https://amzn.to/4k6dtTw 
○ Felco Pruners: https://amzn.to/3dElDoX 
○ Compost: https://amzn.to/3WUDsEY
○ Gardening Light Watering Can (Solar): https://amzn.to/3gRko7A 
○ Velcro Rose Training Tape: https://amzn.to/3DuZqTV
○ Similar Fountain to one I have, found on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AYZ9IP 
○ Bulb Power Planter Attachment: https://amzn.to/3zi5jSX 
○ Proven Winners Water Soluble Fertilizer: https://amzn.to/3dEU13i 
○ Proven Winners Continuous Release Fertilizer: https://amzn.to/3AvhDAs 
○ Espoma Biotone Starter Fertilizer: https://amzn.to/3AuSQMS 
○ Worm Castings: https://amzn.to/4bK5uHw

//GREENHOUSE:
○ Gazebo Greenhouse: https://www.wayfair.com/outdoor/pdp/c...  

//SERVICES I USE:
○ Music I use (Epidemic Sound) - https://share.epidemicsound.com/n7chcn 

And don’t forget to subscribe to my channel!

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! 
Thank you kindly for supporting my channel so I can continue to keep providing content… and growing my garden! :)
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Welcome to BirchSalt! My name is Kate and I am a nurse by background turned gardening enthusiast. I take inspiration from all around me in the great state of Maine. Hence how the BirchSalt motto was born, "Inspiration From Land & Sea".

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