Marigolds - summer's gold are simply beautiful in a vase... Marigolds are Summer's gold from start to finish for this gardener. From seed to ground to vase, marigolds provide golden nuggets of beauty to the garden all season long. They are one of the easiest additions to the garden. Growing … [Read more...]
Perennial Presence In The Garden
A perennial presence in my garden is ever-present. Perennial presence makes a difference in gardens everywhere. Perennials are my favorite type of plant. In most gardens, perennials are the tie that brings yearly beauty to the garden from season to season. The gardener plants a perennial for a … [Read more...]
Denver…Thoughts on Flinging
Denver has a blue bear that stands tall by the Convention Center. Curiously peering into the window, just checking up in what might be happening. Thoughts about Denver have been on my mind since the Garden Bloggers Fling. In June, I was packing for the Garden Bloggers Fling 2019. This year, … [Read more...]
Then What for The Garden…
From one season to the next, while we wait for the next bloom, we often wonder...then what? Then what? A message that has been planted in my mental garden. Message's are sent to enlighten, advise and to share knowledge. Sometimes we are sent messages to make us think. If you listen carefully, the … [Read more...]
May Morning…
As I sit here at the crack of daylight, the opportunity to share was one I could not pass by. Are you embracing the beauty that surrounds you? Ar ed you practicing being nice? Do you allow poetry to influence your mindset? As you pause this morning, I invite you to listen as I reflect on moments … [Read more...]
Pot Culture
TPIE shared ideas of a different type of pot culture. Using simple houseplants to calm the eye in a semi shade garden is an unexpected pleasure. Pot culture is a great way to embrace seasonal color up close and personal. The possibilities depend on the look that you want to achieve. Summer offers … [Read more...]
Peace In Anne Spencer’s Garden
Peace is here and in every seasona quiet beauty. Excerpt from For Jim - Easter Eve by Anne Spencer Anne Bethel Spencer February 6, 1882 – July 27, 1975) Not just your everyday gardener but an American poet, teacher, civil rights activist, and librarian. Peace in the garden is quite … [Read more...]
Gardentopia – Blueprint for Beautiful
Gardentopia Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces by Jan Johnsen is a five chapter blueprint of brilliance in landscape design. Novice or experienced gardeners will see the value of having this book in their collection. Trust me, it will not sit on your shelf. Our gardens are personal … [Read more...]
Tropical Plant Experience in January
Tropical plants are not usually on my brain in January. The Cottage is in zone 6b. The ability to grow tropical plants is utterly impossible. If you have an indoor garden room, tropical plants are a bonus in the midst of winter. At this time of the year checking for heaving plants is the task at … [Read more...]
Spring Self Care for Gardeners
Spring has sprung. When I walk Precious it is dark, but not as dark as last week. I could feel Spring embracing me. It was warmer, the air felt lighter, the birds were singing and the woodpecker chorus was in full swing. In the distance, the moon in it's waxing crescent shined a bit of light along … [Read more...]
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