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One butterfly on the zinnia garden is beautiful. Two at the same time was a real treat to see. #butterfly #garden

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Did you know you can grow your own jackfruit? You have to use fresh seeds from the fruit pods, clean them well and soak them overnight. Wrap them in a moist paper towel and into a sealed ziplock bag in a dark warm spot. Germination will occur in 1 to 2 weeks. Plant them 1 to 2 inches deep in well draining soil and keep them moist in full sun. They are fast growers with very large tap roots. If you don’t have 30 feet of clearance around your property to avoid busting any water or drain lines, container growing is possible as long as you keep it on concrete to avoid the tap root from growing through the pot. They don’t like temperatures under 40 degrees, so be prepared to bring them into a greenhouse or garage for cooler months. In the ground they can grow 30 to 70 feet in height, but in a 15 gallon pot, they will max out between 5 & 8 feet tall. It is possible to get fruit in the first year and that’s what I’m hoping for here. #jackfruit #growyourownfood #gardening

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Starting everyday with a little sunshine is the reset we all need. Providing hope in a new day and a serenity to set the pace for gratitude and abundance throughout this life. Taking the time to observe the many miracles of growth around us gives us the strength we need to carry on, knowing repair and new life is possible. We just have to acknowledge the things around us and give it time to work its magic. #appreciation #grateful