Marigolds - summer's gold are simply beautiful in a vase... Marigolds are Summer's gold from start to finish for this gardener. From seed to ground to vase, marigolds provide golden nuggets of beauty to the garden all season long. They are one of the easiest additions to the garden. Growing … [Read more...]
Perennial Presence In The Garden
A perennial presence in my garden is ever-present. Perennial presence makes a difference in gardens everywhere. Perennials are my favorite type of plant. In most gardens, perennials are the tie that brings yearly beauty to the garden from season to season. The gardener plants a perennial for a … [Read more...]
Hollow Tree – Secrets, Haints, and Wisdom
Hollow trees hold secrets, haints, and sometimes wisdom. Hollow trees are usually diseased or have an unresolved decay issue developed from a wound of some kind. In nature, they sometimes die, fall, are removed instantly from the landscape or are disregarded as something on the to-do list. … [Read more...]
Gifts – When The Garden Says Thank You
Gifts are to be received with joy. Usually gifts are given out of love and appreciation. Given with minimal expectations, except for one or two. The giver would like for the recipient to use the gift. The other expectation should go unsaid, if you have manners, a Thank You is in order and … [Read more...]
Denver…Thoughts on Flinging
Denver has a blue bear that stands tall by the Convention Center. Curiously peering into the window, just checking up in what might be happening. Thoughts about Denver have been on my mind since the Garden Bloggers Fling. In June, I was packing for the Garden Bloggers Fling 2019. This year, … [Read more...]
Denver – Garden Bloggers Fling 2019
Denver was the location for the Garden Bloggers Fling 2019. A new adventure for some, a different state for others and meeting new friends for all. Everyone had a terrific time! Denver was a Garden Bloggers fling I was certain to attend. Having visited once before, this Midwestern city was … [Read more...]
Then What for The Garden…
From one season to the next, while we wait for the next bloom, we often wonder...then what? Then what? A message that has been planted in my mental garden. Message's are sent to enlighten, advise and to share knowledge. Sometimes we are sent messages to make us think. If you listen carefully, the … [Read more...]
May Morning…
As I sit here at the crack of daylight, the opportunity to share was one I could not pass by. Are you embracing the beauty that surrounds you? Ar ed you practicing being nice? Do you allow poetry to influence your mindset? As you pause this morning, I invite you to listen as I reflect on moments … [Read more...]
Pot Culture
TPIE shared ideas of a different type of pot culture. Using simple houseplants to calm the eye in a semi shade garden is an unexpected pleasure. Pot culture is a great way to embrace seasonal color up close and personal. The possibilities depend on the look that you want to achieve. Summer offers … [Read more...]
Peace In Anne Spencer’s Garden
Peace is here and in every seasona quiet beauty. Excerpt from For Jim - Easter Eve by Anne Spencer Anne Bethel Spencer February 6, 1882 – July 27, 1975) Not just your everyday gardener but an American poet, teacher, civil rights activist, and librarian. Peace in the garden is quite … [Read more...]
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