I love collards, kale, and a mixture of both. In the pot with some chicken or vegetable broth - that is simply good eating tome. However, as an African-American woman, garden writer, and spender of ridiculous amounts of money on all things horticultural, I am having a hard time finding a … [Read more...]
Mindful Gardening…
Mindful gardening requires one to consider not just a physical act, but a mental exercise. To approach mindfulness in any situation, one must consider the intention or purpose of why. The intention of disturbing soil to create an area with what we might consider beautiful is usually done with a … [Read more...]
Snow Signaling Winter’s Arrival
Snow...in early November has signaled seasonal changes all around me. As I drove into work and crossed the DC line the flurries thickened. The snowflakes became swollen with moisture and gently slid down the glass of Ms. Red. I could hear the pellets of sleet tap dancing in the silence of the … [Read more...]
Hope Reflected In The Garden
Hope. These days it is always on my mind. The anticipation of positive outcomes has kept me silent for most of the year, as I hoped for the best. Hope for things like making sure my parents house sold. Making sure I found help in resurrecting my garden - Thank you Freddy. Finding and keeping a good … [Read more...]
Dove On Sustainable Landscaping
"Sustainable Landscaping with Tony Dove" should have been the title of a book I recently read. The Guide to Creating a Sustainable Landscape Essential Native Trees and Shrubs for the Eastern United States by Tony Dove and Ginger Woolridge is a necessity for the bookshelf. Interested in selecting and … [Read more...]
Leaves Have A Seasonal Message
Leaves speak to us in a quiet manner. Coming in many different shapes and sizes, leaves are one of nature's gifts to the garden. Observing leaves can enlighten us on ways to reflect upon our life's journey. In one of my horticultural communities, Plantrama.com, C.L. Fornari and Ellen Zachos are … [Read more...]
Refresh, Restore, Resume
Refresh, restore and resume has been the theme of my 2018. As I age, I am listening to my body, as well as my Elders. The things I used to do, are done a bit differently now. Refreshing my mindset on what I want to do took center stage over everything else. I actually hired garden assistance to … [Read more...]
Brand Ambassador
Let me help you connect with a brand new audience. I’m not just playing a gardener on TV. I really love being outdoors, getting my hands in the dirt, spreading mulch, and being in nature. And when I love something I use in the garden, I really love it and I want to make sure everyone … [Read more...]
Garden Speaking & Workshops
Say goodbye to boring lunch hour lectures. I absolutely love speaking to groups of all ages and sizes and would be thrilled to come share my love of gardening with your group. I guarantee that during the presentation or workshop, your attendees will be smiling, laughing, engaged, and excited … [Read more...]
Curated Garden Experiences
Why go on a garden tour when you can go on a garden experience? Everyone’s so stressed, it’s ridiculous. The last thing a day of looking at gardens should be is tedious and tiring. Rethink the garden tour and come along with me for a garden experience. Luxury transportation White glove … [Read more...]
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