Creative Living and Growing With Bren Haas Blog – Creative Living with Bren Haas https://brenhaas.com Tips and Tricks for Creative Living and Growing Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:41:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.1 https://brenhaas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-Copy-of-pink-flower-21-1-32x32.png Creative Living and Growing With Bren Haas Blog – Creative Living with Bren Haas https://brenhaas.com 32 32 Sunflower Field In Ohio https://brenhaas.com/sunflower-field-in-ohio/ https://brenhaas.com/sunflower-field-in-ohio/#respond Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:16:40 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=45048 In this post find my video and images featuring The Sunflower Field in Ohio. Please note that this field of sunflowers is for looks and not open to the public.  Scroll down to find information on other Ohio fields that welcome the public. Sunflower Field in Ohio Video Our warm sunshine days are coming to ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/sunflower-field-in-ohio/feed/ 0 Burgon & Ball Ergo Deadheader Review https://brenhaas.com/burgon-ball-ergo-deadheader-review/ https://brenhaas.com/burgon-ball-ergo-deadheader-review/#respond Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:18:30 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=45022 In this post I share my Burgon & Ball Ergo Deadheard  I recently bought on Amazon.  These have got to be the slickest tool I’ve added to my tool bag in years.  In this post I share a video and images along with tips on pruning. Burgon & Ball Ergo Deadheader Video There is no doubt these ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/burgon-ball-ergo-deadheader-review/feed/ 0 Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery https://brenhaas.com/chateau-tebeau-vineyard-winery/ https://brenhaas.com/chateau-tebeau-vineyard-winery/#respond Sun, 10 Oct 2021 21:37:04 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44966 These days it has been nice to stay close to home and take in local attractions.  After traveling to many different wineries across the country it was surprising to find one so close to home that was comparable. In this post I share a video slide show along with images from our trip to Chateau ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/chateau-tebeau-vineyard-winery/feed/ 0 Montauk Daisy Review https://brenhaas.com/montauk-daisy-review/ https://brenhaas.com/montauk-daisy-review/#respond Sat, 09 Oct 2021 17:04:58 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44936 In this post I share a quick video highlighting the beautiful Montauk Daisy in a Review.  My readers will find images on this perennial along with growing tips. Montauk Daisy Review Video Other wise known as the Nippon, the  Montauk daisy plant is one of my favorites this time of year.  Showy white blooms on ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/montauk-daisy-review/feed/ 0 BRINDABELLA ROSE Crimson Knight Review https://brenhaas.com/brindabella-rose-crimson-knight-review/ https://brenhaas.com/brindabella-rose-crimson-knight-review/#comments Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:52:40 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44922 In this post you will find my review of the Crimson Knight Brindabella Rose.  The video was taking this morning after days of early Autumn rain.  I think you will be impressed with this performer for home gardens. Brindabella Rose Crimson Knight Review Video Brindabella Roses were first introduced to my home garden in 2019.  ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/brindabella-rose-crimson-knight-review/feed/ 1 Everything I Love About Pot-A-Peno Jalapeno Plants https://brenhaas.com/pot-a-peno-jalapeno-plants/ https://brenhaas.com/pot-a-peno-jalapeno-plants/#comments Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:48:06 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44903 In this post I share the new Pot-A-Peno (Jalapeno Plants) I grew this season.  You will see a video featuring the plant including various conditions to grow these minis in. Pot-A-Peno Jalapeno Plant Video Review This plant was so much fun to grow during the last 2 growing seasons.  The video feature on this post ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/pot-a-peno-jalapeno-plants/feed/ 2 Autumn Rustic Pillow Case Review https://brenhaas.com/autumn-rustic-pillow-case-review/ https://brenhaas.com/autumn-rustic-pillow-case-review/#respond Sun, 03 Oct 2021 21:04:20 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44801 In this post I share a quick video and images featuring a creative way to dress up your porch for Autumn.  These are the Toland Rustic Autumn Pumpkin Pillow Cases. Creative Autumn Rustic Pillow Case Review This is the Toland  Rustic Pumpkins 18 x 18 Inch Outdoor, Pillow Case  (2-Pack). These are awesome because you ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/autumn-rustic-pillow-case-review/feed/ 0 Notes From The Garden Landscape Discovered https://brenhaas.com/notes-from-the-garden/ https://brenhaas.com/notes-from-the-garden/#respond Thu, 23 Sep 2021 22:45:02 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44736 Rain day today so I am working indoors.  I found an envelope with some hand written notes I took years ago.  In this video I share a quick vlog with notes from the garden. Notes From The Garden My biggest surprise today was the fact that I could actually read my handwriting.  No joke,  the ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/notes-from-the-garden/feed/ 0 Golden Sunking Sunflower Review https://brenhaas.com/golden-sunking-sunflower-review/ https://brenhaas.com/golden-sunking-sunflower-review/#respond Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:06:14 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44710 In this post I share a video, images and my personal thoughts on the Golden Sunking Sunflower.  I am sure you will be shocked at how easy this heirloom sunflower was to grow. Golden Sunking Sunflower Review Despite a late start in my Ohio garden, this 5 foot tall plant ended up being a show ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/golden-sunking-sunflower-review/feed/ 0 Hanging Out After Dark In My Backyard | Vlog https://brenhaas.com/hanging-out-after-dark/ https://brenhaas.com/hanging-out-after-dark/#comments Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:31:22 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44679 It’s been a while so I am sharing a vlog featuring hanging out after dark in my yard.  In this video I share a quick video and some images.  These are some samples of what you can add to your backyard to create a fun get away for all ages. Hanging Out After Dark Video ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/hanging-out-after-dark/feed/ 2 Japanese Anemone Windflower https://brenhaas.com/japanese-anemone-windflower/ https://brenhaas.com/japanese-anemone-windflower/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2021 19:24:48 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44607 In this post I share the pollinator friendly and super easy to grow Japanese Anemone.   You will find a video, images and of course my thoughts on this perennial. Japanese Anemone Windflower Video The video on this post and image share are long anticipated. I am finally taking this off my list to write about ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/japanese-anemone-windflower/feed/ 1 Ember Waves Western Arborvitae Review https://brenhaas.com/ember-waves-western-arborvitae-review/ https://brenhaas.com/ember-waves-western-arborvitae-review/#respond Sat, 11 Sep 2021 14:02:10 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44573 This was my fifth year enjoying the amazing Ember Waves Western Arborvitae in my home garden. In this post I share a few images and video featuring this beautiful shrub at the end of summer.  I hope you scroll down and check out what I personally have to share about this shrub. Ember Waves Western ... Read more

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]]> Watermelon Salad Recipe https://brenhaas.com/watermelon-salad-recipe/ https://brenhaas.com/watermelon-salad-recipe/#respond Sun, 05 Sep 2021 21:38:24 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44511 This has got to be one of my all time favorite recipes to whip up during the summer months.  In this post I share my watermelon salad recipe. Watermelon Salad Recipe This video is just as quick as it is to whip this up.  Double the ingredients and take it to your next summer get ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/watermelon-salad-recipe/feed/ 0 Autumn Armyworm Attack My Lawn https://brenhaas.com/armyworm-autumn-identification/ https://brenhaas.com/armyworm-autumn-identification/#respond Sun, 05 Sep 2021 19:31:10 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44489 Did you know your lawn maybe turning brown because the armyworm has invaded?  In this post you will find a photo of what the critter looks like and a video feature.  Don’t miss resource links below as well. Armyworm Attack My Lawn Video Armyworms are semi-tropical species that are known for destroying and discoloring turfgrass. ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/armyworm-autumn-identification/feed/ 0 Petchoa Plant Are Perfect for Autumn Containers https://brenhaas.com/petchoa-plant-in-autumn/ https://brenhaas.com/petchoa-plant-in-autumn/#respond Sun, 05 Sep 2021 16:12:42 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44455 In this post I share the new hanging baskets I put together using a plant called Petchoa.  You will see video along with a few unique growing tips below. Petchoa Plant in Autumn Hanging Baskets The petchoa plant in this basket is really making my front porch POP during the change of season.  I recently ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/petchoa-plant-in-autumn/feed/ 0 My Trip To Cedar Point in Late Summer https://brenhaas.com/cedar-point-150-years/ https://brenhaas.com/cedar-point-150-years/#respond Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:09:10 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44414 In this post I share unique images and a video from my collection.   You will see footage from the last day of August 2021 from my visit to Cedar Point. Cedar Point 150 Years Video The video below is from a recent day trip to the theme park located along the Lake Erie Shore.  My ... Read more

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]]> https://brenhaas.com/cedar-point-150-years/feed/ 0 Unboxing Succulents and Cactus From Mountain Crest https://brenhaas.com/unboxing-succulents-and-cactus/ https://brenhaas.com/unboxing-succulents-and-cactus/#respond Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:08:49 +0000 https://brenhaas.com/?p=44316 In this post I share a video featuring the unboxing of new succulents and cactus from Mountain Crest. Check out the video and list of unique plants below. Unboxing Succulents and Cactus Video Every time I do an unboxing on a vlog it feels like Christmas!  Don’t you just love to see new plants as ... Read more

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