A simple end of September checklist to prepare your cottage garden for fall and for a more beautiful spring. September always feels like a gentle turning point in the garden. The afternoons may still be warm, but the mornings are cooler, the light is softer, and the first leaves are beginning to fall. While it…
A journal from Old Castle Cottage. There’s a quiet space between one year and the next that I love the most. It isn’t loud or celebratory. It’s reflective. Honest. Still.This year, instead of making resolutions or lists of things to accomplish, I found myself thinking about what I no longer want to carry forward. The…
As August settles in and the long, golden days begin to shorten, it’s time to turn our attention to preparing our beloved roses and gardens for the transition from summer to fall. Here at Old Castle Cottage, my roses are still blooming beautifully, but I know that what I do now will help them stay…
I just came back from my trip to Buffalo, where I visited my family and enjoyed the Buffalo Garden Walk. This annual event showcases the beauty and creativity of gardens in the city of Buffalo—300 to be exact. It’s a free, two-day event held every July. One of the highlights of the Buffalo Garden Walk…
Explore the goodness of Scandinavian Almond Bars—a delightful addition to any cookie exchange or platter. The bonus? They’re incredibly easy to make. Personally, they’re my go-to, and I whip up a batch just for myself. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. If you give it a shot, feel free to…