It is that time of the year when all of my peers know...I will mentally return in the Fall. Why - because the Philadelphia Flower Show is my annual kick-off to all things gardening. Not that my dreams of beautiful gardens ever stop, not that I ever stop seeking all things beautiful and I … [Read more...]
A Colorful Cutting Garden…You Can Grow That!!!
If you used the winter wisely, planning how you will plot your cutting garden makes waiting til the end of winter seem to take, just a little longer. For me, waiting allows one to see what new seed will tie the cutting garden of your dreams together. Catalog after catalog comes in the mail, page … [Read more...]
Sharing the Love of Pollinators…..
We hear so much about pollinators these days and to some who might not get it from a gardeners standpoint....I tried to come up with a way to increase awareness on the importance of this issue. Our pollinators are so very important for a healthy environment, from growing beautiful flowers to the … [Read more...]
The Garden Revolution 2016
There is a Garden Revolution happening around us. The Garden Revolution can be described as the effort to promote engagement with gardening via home or community gardening efforts. At least, that is what it means to me. It will mean different things on an individual level, depending on where you … [Read more...]
Spring fever….
No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden. Thomas Jefferson the inspired gardener., St. Lynn's Press... you helped bring words to my photos. Thank you for being this gardeners friend! … [Read more...]
Daydreaming of Wildflowers and Pollinators as it Snow’s…
I am always thinking of pollinators and what plants I can plant in zone 6 that will increase the level of pollinators in my neighborhood, so I had to check on the Pollinator Project this morning. This was my view on this President's Day. A little snow event 3 - 6 inches with a touch of … [Read more...]
Winter Exercise – Seed Swapping
In case you missed it...Saturday, January 29th was National Seed Swap Day. There was even a second chance to participate in seed swapping this past Saturday, February 6th. Washington Gardener Magazine hosted the local Seed Swap event and a great day for some serious seed swapping! I KNEW that it was … [Read more...]
Winter or Spring….
I went into my garden My daily late season stroll And much to my surprise Not eight tiny reindeer Just a few daffodil ears Peeking out from the soil Wondering like me, Is it almost winter Or is Spring very near.... Enjoy today..... Posted from WordPress for Android … [Read more...]
Indoor Holiday Plants…now what???
They are everywhere!! Plants that are ready to brighten up your home for the holidays when friends and family are gathering. You want your place to look nice and most of the garden centers and box stores have just the plant you are looking for. Here are a few hints and tips for the care and … [Read more...]
Heuchera or Alum Root – You Can Grow That!
There is something about an awesome leaf. It can sometimes be the texture, the variegation, the veining or simply the color. Heuchera or Alum root offers all of this, as well as a dainty bloom that rises above the mesmerizing foliage. Talk about a multitasking, yet quiet presence in the … [Read more...]
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