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MANTS was the perfect place in the midst of winter to introduce a new name GARDENCOMM formerly known as the Association of Garden Writers and Communicators. Winter warm-up could have multiple meanings depending on where you live. As a garden writer, winter warm-up means gearing up for the seasons ahead. In the Mid-Atlantic, the horticulture community looks forward to an event called MANTS. A BIT OF HISTORY The Maryland and Virginia Nurseryman’s Association saw a

I adore fresh peony buds signaling Spring Mulched beds are a sign of this Gardeners autumnal toil, Protecting plants that are dormant beneath the soil. A familiar glimpse of foliage pokes through here and there, New growth, a glistening red stretching up, reaching for air. Peonies stretching for the warmth of the Spring sun after a long winter’s rest Hydrangea, peonies, daffodils and crocus, Spring bulbs awaken and this Gardener cannot focus. Oh how I

If you are a gardener, scouting for that near perfect spot to thrive  can be difficult. Having a passion for beautiful gardens, plants, garden books, and…well, all things garden or garden related can make finding your place in a community difficult. When you want to write, teach, or share your vision of gardening so it reaches the masses, finding a practical place is key. As I asked around, it was recommended that I join The Association

Tree peonies buds are great examples of survival in the garden. Tree peonies are the blessing of my garden and perhaps yours as well. When the weather is finicky, I spend the winter checking to see if they do not bud out too early. While other gardening friends worried about too much rain, I thought, it’s ok my tree peonies need a drink to get through the winter. Winds, a little snow, and a ring of

Lee May, Author, Storyteller, Journalist, an African-American Garden Writer to be proud of…and a gardener gone too soon. Gardener gone too soon can be applied to many of our Elders who taught us the joy of gardening. Whether it was a parent, a grandparent, a neighbor or friend, the gift of gardening continues to bring us joy. A gift given to me by a gardener I never met was from Lee May. Lee May is