August 19, 2024
Unexpected Game-changers for A Changing Climate
Unexpected game-changers for a changing climate are appreciated when conditions are warmer than anticipated. (photo courtesy of First Editions /Bailey Nursery) Unexpected game-changers were exactly what we needed this summer. We experienced a season that was consistently hot and dry. With an ever-changing climate, selecting plants for the garden was a greater challenge than anticipated. This year, many gardeners carefully read plant tags, and chose plant combinations bred to thrive, all while wiping sweat from
July 2, 2024
Fireflies- Dancing Beneficial’s of the Garden
Fireflies are the beneficial disco dancers of the night. Sometimes, it’s the simple things that bring me joy. We hear so much about the decline of beneficial insects- including the fireflies or, as we called them – lightning bugs. As children, we danced around them at night and dodged them as they lit up in flight.Growing up in Washington, DC, summer nights, outside our childhood home were always filled with activities and laughter. We ran
Maryland has a home and garden tour that offers a peek into private homes and gardens. A few weeks ago, I attended a garden tour in Talbot, Maryland. The Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage offers a sneak peek into various private gardens that inspire anyone who attends. This pilgrimage has taken place since 1930. The ladies who curated Virginia Garden Week were responsible for inspiring The Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland. An event like this
Plants bring joy to many people…especially when a fellow gardener is willing to share. Plants and gardens are a common denominator when passionate gardeners begin a conversation. I am grateful for two fellow gardeners – who I consider great garden friends, Wendy and Chelsea. Without Wendy, I would not know Chelsea. I had a project for Earth Day and needed seedlings. Calling Wendy was the first thing that came to mind. Wendy knows her plants
April 12, 2024
Earth Day Actions – A Commitment to the Future
Earth Day should be celebrated every day. Earth Day activities are everywhere. This shows that it is still an important mindset. We need to ask ourselves, are we embracing the true meaning of this movement or just checking the box? I have been wrestling with this over the past few days. There is cause for concern. This year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics. The call to action is clear. We need to elevate the conversation