February 7, 2021
She Sheds – A Gift To Remember
She Sheds – A Room Of Your Own by Erika Kotite is the perfect last minute gift. It can inspire anyone to create a room of your own. She Sheds are a necessity to some and a luxury to others. As a gardener, a She Shed or a place to call my own is essential. Erika Kotite has written a book that helps with the planning and optional uses of a She Shed. The owner
January 20, 2021
Illuminating Calm In The Garden
Illuminating Sunflowers are like planting smiles in the garden. Illuminating yellow and Ultimate gray are the 2021 Pantone colors of the year. Two colors that are indicative of what we need right now in this garden I call life. Pantone has chosen a color of the year for the past 21 years. The color of the year reflects current trends. In my opinion, the colors chosen this year are indicative of the times we live
January 18, 2021
Dr. King – A Sower of Good Seeds
Dr. King left us with a roadmap towards fairness and freedom for all. Dr. Martin Luther King was quite influential in moving the civil rights movement forward. I often wonder who will step into his shoes to keep the momentum going. After much thought, it is not up to one person to add movement behind the defined mission. It is up to each of us to aid in fulfilling the dreams of Dr. King. RECOGNIZING
January 17, 2021
Survival – The Garden Shows Us How
Survival is often anticipated, but not guaranteed. Survival is the second item on the list we consider enhancing our landscapes. Usually, we consider if we like it or not and wonder how big does it grow. Sometimes we even wonder about water requirements. In today’s world, survival is often not a prerequisite. Understanding the needs of each plant is essential. The new gardener finds this out by trial and error. A little research often keeps
January 13, 2021
England – Bliss, Blooms, and Blessings
England was quite the treat or a tease. Not sure which – however, I really need to return. England is memorable for more than just the Royal Family. The gardens in England are diverse, memorable, and often captivate the heart. As much as I love the gardens of Paris, the gardens found in England have always fascinated me. I traveled to London in 2019. The memory of that adventure lingers in my thoughts almost daily.