January 11, 2021
THANK YOU FOR 2020!
Thank you for 2020 is not a phrase that will be heard much. However, there are those that I want to Thank you for the support and times shared last year. Thank you. Two simple words that go a long way. In the Spring of 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, I began to explore the world of podcasting. It has been and continues to be quite the ride. From meeting new people, speaking
December 26, 2020
Blue Bins – A Christmas Gift
Blue bins often hold gifts, memories, and surprises. Sometimes opening them can bring you joy from another realm. Blue bins safely tucked away in my workshop are genuinely cherished. They belonged to my favorite garden buddy, my Dad. As long as I have them, it is confirmation that he is still with me. Most holidays, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas, bring the memory of my parents to the surface. I will never stop missing them. In
December 9, 2020
Schlumbergera – A Cactus Blooming In Winter
Schlumbergera is the cactus that blooms in winter. Schlumbergera is one of the best alternatives to the poinsettia for holiday decor. At this time of the year, it is easy to find Schlumbergera in your local garden center. I have even found them in the grocery store. If you find Poinsettia’s, the Schlumbergera is somewhere nearby. One secret of this plant is the ease of care versus the Poinsettia. In the midst of the chill
December 5, 2020
Useful Gifts for the Gardener
Useful gifts for the gardener come in many forms. The Cobrahead tool is just one of the many useful tools for gardeners of any level. 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
November 21, 2020
Camellias – Blooming Rosettes In Autumn
Camellias blooming in autumn are the rosettes of fall. They are quite the distraction in the garden at this time of the year. 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.