Raised garden beds with wooden trellises and young plants in an outdoor setting.

Garden Diary

From the porch:Battle of the Squirrels & Bunnies


After a veggie apocalypse courtesy of some furry freeloaders, I was ready to throw in the trowel! Tried everything from spices to fences, but these critters were not deterred. Then, in a moment of desperation, I resorted to an age-old remedy: Irish Spring soap!


Turns out, my garden now smells like a fresh linen ad, and the squirrels and bunnies seem to be giving it a wide berth. So if you see me tossing bars of soap around my garden, just know I’m not creating a new fashion trend - I’m waging a war on critter invasions!


With love from the porch,

Stasia

Blue and white toile fabric pattern featuring farm animals, horses, roosters, sheep, pigs, and rural countryside scenes.
A series of vintage-style photos showing someone in a dark sweater reading and contemplating over old books and documents.
about the AUTHOr

Stasia Wimmer Boschetti is an American culinary writer and the founder of American Country Living, where she writes about recipes, home, and the traditions that shape everyday American life. With more than thirty years of experience in the kitchen and a background in catering, she explores the history behind the foods we keep making and the customs that keep them in use. She is also the founder of the American Country Living General Store, offering homewares, baking goods, and provisions for everyday life at home. She lives in Texas with her husband, family, and five rescued animals, where she continues to cook, write, and keep a well-loved home.