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Fairy gardening continues to be a trend we love and with all the customizable options the threshold for whimsy reaches glittery unicorn and pot-of-gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbow status! These miniature gardens bring magnanimous amounts of fun to all ages and are the perfect solution for a kid’s birthday party, bridal shower, girls night out, or anniversary. Or maybe it’s just you, your fairy garden supplies, and a nice pinot noir!?

Selecting the Right MulchThere is no one, universal mulch for everything. There are pros and cons to every mulching material. Whatever the material, mulch needs to stay put to be effective, but should also be easy to remove and apply.

Craving a little sweetness is not unfamiliar to any of us and for those of you who were fortunate enough to grab a seat at last weekend’s Outdoor Show seminar with Chef Manu, Cooking with Herbs, we promised we’d share his recipes for Moelleux au Chocolat and Pot de Crème a la Lavande. From a decadent, gooey, melting in the middle chocolate pudding to a creamy, mouth-watering custard infused with lavender, these two treats are sure to thrill anyone with a sweet tooth.Cuisine de Jardin with Chef Manu - “Moelleux au Chocolat” Ingredients:

It’s finally here! After nearly a year of planning the 24th Annual Outdoor Show is days away! Our staff is all hands on deck to make sure our customers have an awesome weekend full of groovy displays of color, gnarly exhibits from industry experts, and totally far-out seminars on a wide variety of topics.

It’s love at first bite with this raspberry heart confection created by our very own Chef Manu. Featuring a decadent mousse bursting with fresh raspberries sandwiched between two light and crispy heart-shaped cookies – the perfect recipe for Valentine’s Day! So, show a little love with this delish dessert and be sure to treat yourself to little bite too!Cuisine de Jardin with Chef Manu - “Cœur de Framboise,” or “Raspberry Heart.”Ingredients:

Moles can be frustrating, especially when you go to mow your lawn for the first time this spring and realize they have taken hold over the winter months. Voles eat the roots of your plants and nothing is more disheartening then realizing a mole has taken out your plants in the early part of spring. Take action now to get rid of the frustration and enjoy spring without them. We have solved the mystery of how to get rid of them and the best thing is it is all organic. Moles have become a major nuisance in this area and can cause damage as well as frustration to any gardener.

By Elaine Linn, McDonald Landscape Designer

We know you love your feathered friends. Here are some basic tips on birding, along with what types of products we recommend for success. 1. Feed the birds – It’s important to feed birds all year, not just seasonally. McDonald Garden Center offers a wide selection of birdseed to attract a variety of birds into your yard. Some types of birdseed, like Black Oil Seed mix from Wild Delight, appeal to birds that like to actually pick through the seed and open the shell.   2. Provide a home/shelter –