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Ways to honor the winter solstice

Ways to honor the winter solstice

As the days grow darker, many of us celebrate the holidays with family and friends, whether Christmas, Hanukkah or another occasion. Lights on the Christmas tree, lights on rooflines and windows, candles on the menorah or the warm glow of a fireplace are all ways to...
Pause to honor the winter solstice

Pause to honor the winter solstice

The days are getting shorter and the nights longer as we approach the winter solstice. At our northern latitude, the sun now sets before 4:30 pm. We understand why many holiday traditions involve lights to push back the darkness. We hope your holiday season is filled...
Celebrate the winter solstice and the sun’s rebirth

Celebrate the winter solstice and the sun’s rebirth

The dark days of late December may bring festive occasions with family and friends. We hope your holiday season is filled with joy and laughter, comfort and cheer. At In Harmony, we work to connect our practices and our clients’ landscapes with the rhythms of Mother...
Thank you to our clients!

Thank you to our clients!

Thank you to our wonderful clients! We greatly appreciate your business and thank you for trusting us with your landscapes. Some of you have been with us for many years, and we are grateful for our long-term relationship. And we also thank you for being our partners...
It’s time to add mason bees!

It’s time to add mason bees!

March is the perfect time to add mason bees to your yard. These small, shy bees are a great way to increase your fruit harvest and encourage native flowers in your yard. They are called mason bees because they use clayey mud to build protective walls. Choose a warm,...
Honor the winter solstice and sun’s rebirth

Honor the winter solstice and sun’s rebirth

The winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year. This year, which has felt long and dark to many people, may be a good time to honor the solstice. The 2020 winter solstice is Monday, December 21. Here at In Harmony, we work to connect our...
Thank you! We greatly value our clients

Thank you! We greatly value our clients

This year Thanksgiving is likely to look a bit different from the usual holiday. We sincerely hope that your Thanksgiving includes delicious food, connections with family and friends (whether in person or virtually), leisure, and gratitude for life, love and health....
Gardening to reduce stress

Gardening to reduce stress

Many of us have higher stress levels these days. Gardening can be a great way to reduce your stress. Whether your goal is growing your own fruits and vegetables or having an attractive landscape, gardening can relax your body, mind and spirit. On the other hand,...
Find refuge in your garden

Find refuge in your garden

Many of us look forward to spring each year. We can shake off the cold, wet winter and enjoy longer days with more sunshine. This spring, however, is full of uncertainty and anxiety about the coronavirus/COVID-19. Yesterday Governor Inslee ordered us all to stay home...
Summer reading: enjoy a great book about gardening

Summer reading: enjoy a great book about gardening

August is a great time to lounge outside with a good book and a cold drink. Here’s an idea for your leisure time: read a book about gardening that will both entertain and educate you. Here are three recommendations. Cheers! Second Nature: A Gardener’s Education...
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