It is that time of the year where anyone can be overwhelmed with what to give as a gift. This year many people are on a budget. More than ever before, the act of gifting is taken seriously. I want to share a few options, as well as ideas of useful gifts for the gardener. USEFUL STOCKING … [Read more...]
Camellias – Blooming Rosettes In Autumn
Camellias in autumn remind me of rosettes. These bodacious blooms draw me outside, sometimes, before I have my coffee. Simply stated, I love them. I can't get enough of them. Most likely, l have too many for some people. Good thing they don't live here! There are Spring and Fall blooming Camellias. … [Read more...]
Cavano’s – Pollinating Gardens in the Midatlantic
Cavano's Perennials is a respected resource in the Mid Atlantic horticultural community. The reason is evident once you speak to the Owners, Ferenc Kiss, and Taylor Pilker. A passion for what they do is a natural part of their conversation. Smart growth is part of their philosophy. This way, they … [Read more...]
Bliss In A Brandywine Garden – A Book Review
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...]
Missing Cornbread’s Beautiful Bouquet’s
Missing the once vibrant feel of downtown DC was quite noticeable last week. If silence could be visually loud it would have hurt my ears. It definitely shook my soul. There were very few people on the street, less coming from the subway underground and the sounds of a bustling City were … [Read more...]
Celosia – Purposefully Pink In The Garden
Imagine finding a pink Celosia in the garden in October, a month where we honor cancer survivors. When I noticed this bloom, my imagination saw a flamenco dancer. A beautiful bloom, ready to dance and raise her skirt, twirling about with glee. We know the journey is not easy, but Celosia says it all … [Read more...]
Kaleidoscopes of Color in Autumn
As I embrace the beginning of a new season, the colors I observe are amazing. Reminding me of looking into a seasonal kaleidoscope that amazes and makes me pause. I bend to retrieve any leaf that makes the words "oh my...that is beautiful", fall from my lips. Gently tucking them into my pocket, it … [Read more...]
Joy Found In The Garden
JOY IN THE MORNING Daily Joy is what I would call my morning walk. Most days, I have the opportunity to walk at daybreak to greet the day. Observing what new gift nature has placed along my path. I cannot properly describe how much I anticipate the daily gifts which are revealed as the day begins … [Read more...]
Laura Dowling – Unique Floral Conversations
Laura Dowling is a unique woman. Not just because she was the former Chief Floral Designer for the White House, she is deeper than one job. I had the opportunity to be introduced to her book, Floral Diplomacy At The White House in 2017. Explaining how challenging it was to address the demands of the … [Read more...]
Wine, Women, and Discovering The Legacy Wine Trail
Wine is a part of life for many people. For some, it is the perfect drink for winding down at night. It is also a great drink to share with friends. For many years I looked forward to September. You see, September was the month of Wine Festivals. The Maryland Wine Festival and the Virginia Wine … [Read more...]
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