Bliss should be the name of the soil found in the Brandywine Valley. I am a firm believer that this soil is what might be found in heaven. The Brandywine Valley is famous for its history, historic homes, and beautiful gardens. From Longwood to Chanticleer, it offers a multitude of diverse … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Earth In Her Hands…
Book reviews are one of my favorite things to do, other than gardening. Especially when they are about gardens, gardening or garden travel. I recently had the opportunity to review a book published by Timber Press. I want to say Thank You to Timber Press for seeing a need and finding the right … [Read more...]
Avocado – Jewel of Goodness
The avocado was a foreign object to me. I grew up eating good ole southern fare. This green capsule, now called one of the superfoods, has officially taken my tastebuds hostage. I am no stranger to trying new and different things - if they are visually appealing. I remember it being a popular … [Read more...]
Scent of Winter – A Sweetness In The Air
Scent during the cold months of winter are welcomed indoors and out. There are some fragrances that we anticipate and others we do not. Scents play such a role in our lives. As a gardener in the off season I seek out seasonal scents whenever I go outside. Now that the holidays are over, the … [Read more...]
Stillness in Winter – A Gift to The Gardener
When the air is crisp and the leaves are falling leaf removal is on our mind. Which is why autumn in winter is a gift for this gardener. The stillness of winter beckoned me to see what I could get done on a warm December day. I gathered the necessary tools to not work but linger in the garden … [Read more...]
The Harvest Moon – Lighting the Way for Angels
The harvest moon shone brightly the past few nights. Something told me that this was a sign, not just for the typical nighttime harvest, but a call for new angels in heaven. Heaven harvested angels from my family last week, right in time for the harvest moon. Our family is sad and we will miss them. … [Read more...]
Life and The Seeds Sown Within
When I go into my garden, the realization of how plants imitate life is evident no matter where I look. The seeds which fall along the way and multiply, simply enhance what I consider my world. As I spoke with a friend recently, we were in agreement on a few observances in our life gardens. Life … [Read more...]
A Floral Love Story – All About Flowers
All About Flowers James Vick’s Nineteenth-Century Seed Company by Thomas J. Mickey should be considered a floral love story. This book shares the story of the man, his passion, and how he sowed seeds to build his community. Victorian Flowers of all types have played a role in my garden life. My … [Read more...]
Splendor in the Park with PHS
Merriam Webster describes splendor as having great brightness or luster. The 2021 Philadelphia Flower Show exhibited magnificence and pomp. It was the exact elixir to inspire us to go outside and embrace the beauty that was created for us at FDR Park. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is … [Read more...]
Valor – Perennials Found In Life’s Garden
Valor as defined by Merriam Webster means strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness. The word "valor" defines our Veterans. Men and women who have served in the military are honored as they exhibited the absence of indecision as they faced life or death in … [Read more...]
Cottage Gardens – A Renewed Look
Cottage gardens are simply beautiful. I am not sure if it is the uniquely compatible way of planting everything you love, or the creative chaos. There is a method behind this creative way of gardening. The Modern Cottage Garden by Greg Loades takes the reader on quite the journey. First of all, … [Read more...]
BloomBox – Plant Joy and More At Your Door
BLOOMBOX - I am in LOVE. I am almost ashamed to admit that I...well...I am a fan. Note I say almost. Please allow me to explain. A dear friend of mine just happened to share that she was waiting for a plant delivery from BLOOMBOX. Common sense said I should have ignored that - but I didn't. I … [Read more...]
FLORATOPIA – 110 Amazing Ideas for the Garden
256 pages, 110 ideas, and words that clearly define the term "floral bliss". I touched every page of this book, not once but more than once. Perhaps I am too embarrassed to share how many times. The book, Floratopia, is as awesome as its author, Jan Johnson. Jan Johnsen gets it. A garden … [Read more...]
Ready – Spring, Cicadas, and More
Ready is a phrase that many gardeners are using these days. After a period of unintentional pausing, followed by an unpredictable winter, we are ready. For what one might ask? To get back outside, feel the soil between our fingers, and experience floral bliss in our own space. It is the beginning … [Read more...]
Hillside Help When You Need It
As we celebrate Women's History Month, I could not think of a better time to share the ingenuity of a particular woman. You might not know Coleen by name, but you will remember how she made hillsides not as challenging. The Hillside Planter has evolved as a way to solve a problem in the landscape. … [Read more...]
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