Growing Green and Living It! http://www.olivebarn.net/blog Official Olive Barn Blog Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:03:15 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 29.750897-95.612554 The Basics of How to Compost http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/the-basics-of-how-to-compost http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/the-basics-of-how-to-compost#comments Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:03:15 +0000 Jacqueline D'Elia http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/?p=1564

This video is an excellent reference for beginners who want to start making compost. Thanks Howdini and Organic Gardening Magazine for this information.

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Another excellent video from The Story of Stuff with Annie Leonard. The most important 8 minutes you’ll spend today.

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I found an casual garden insectary in my neighborhood. Read about it here.

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The Olive Barn Outlet in Houston has closed. The last day of the sale was June 30, 2010. Customer pickup for web orders is no longer available. With the transition complete, Olivebarn.com is now focusing on sustainable gardening products.

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First time using iMovie. Put this together is just a few minutes. I am going to have a lot of fun with videos in the future. Stay tuned.

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If you got slugs in your garden, you know what kind of damage they can do. This natural trap lures slugs in with the aroma of beer and then traps them overnight.

Slugs Get Trapped and Drown in Beer

Now available at Olivebarn.com

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Our supply of plant nannies is dwindling and our the manufacturer does not know when or if they will be available in the future.  Oh NO!!!!!

]]> http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/plant-nanny-supply-dwindling-at-olivebarn-com/feed 0 The Outlet Closing Soon http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/the-outlet-closing-soon http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/the-outlet-closing-soon#comments Sat, 22 May 2010 10:37:34 +0000 Jacqueline D'Elia http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/?p=1525

Our Houston Outlet is closing at the end of June and with that comes mixed feelings. When the Outlet closes, Olivebarn.com will begin shipping from a new location in July. In a way we’re branching out and getting back to our roots… Literally. We’ve always had our feet planted in the garden, and in 2010 we’ll be focusing on it even more, with sustainable gifts and accessories for the garden indoors and out. 2010 will be a year of change for Olive Barn. We are clearing out the warehouse of all home decor, bath and body, and home fragrances. Many of our local customers have stopped by to say hello and picked up some great bargains along the way.

We continue to add more merchandise on the shelves, so check back often to see what’s changed. We’ve recently added our Aroma Herb Essential candles, Cucina Hand Lotions, RuMe Bags, and Walligraphy Wall Lettering to the Outlet. Hours and details can be found here.

Hurry – the Outlet closes on Wednesday June 30th.

]]> http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/the-outlet-closing-soon/feed 0 Radius Garden Hand Tools WORK! http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/radius-garden-hand-tools-work http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/radius-garden-hand-tools-work#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:30:49 +0000 Jacqueline D'Elia http://www.olivebarn.net/blog/?p=1521

If you’ve been watching Patti Moreno, the Garden Girl videos, you’ll know she is a fan of these ergonomic hand tools. I’ve also tried these tools myself and can see why they have a 98% approval rating from the National Home Gardening Club. They’re lightweight and designed to make it easier on your hand and wrist. – Jacqueline D’Elia, Olive Barn Founder. Now made from polished aluminum they’re even better. Rust-proof and easy to care for.




You can find them at Olivebarn.com

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The Academy Award nominated documentary, Food, Inc. premiers on PBS’s POV April 21st! Watch the trailer and tell you friends. Check your local listings for the broadcast schedule, and visit the POV website to download materials and posters to host a viewing party and potluck.

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