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...]
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...]
Valentines Day – A Reminder to Find and Support Local Florists
I wrote this post last year and felt like I needed to share it again this year to show our support of local florists. We must support local businesses, especially our farmers and floral resources. What better way to support our local economy and know where your gift of love is coming from. Whether … [Read more...]
Garden Awakening…Just BEE…
I love to watch my garden awaken, as I anticipate Spring. Walking through the garden at this time of the year allows one to remember last season, re-consider this season's options and to consider trying something new. 2016 holds such promise for new cultivars and twists on old cultivars. Oh, the joy … [Read more...]
Whirling Butterflies….You Can Grow That…….
When I think of plants that add a touch of excitement, whimsy, movement and beauty, held above a burnished mass of foliage, it can only be Gaura. To some it is known as Whirling Butterflies, Wand Flower or Bee Blossom, I know it as a fool-proof, easy to grow, surprise plant for the xeric garden. … [Read more...]
Lesson in a basket…
Many times we see things simply as they are. In this instance, merely a basket of tomato's. To me, it's a little more than that. It is a simple lesson in diversity. A lot of folks will only buy a red tomato. That's the safe, normal color of a tomato which is familiar to us. However, having the … [Read more...]
Sweet Peas – seductively fragrant and YOU CAN GROW THAT!!
When I envision Sweet Peas, a sultry smelling, elegantly draped, visibly delicate, decadent blooms at the tip of a fragile stem. I also think of its reputation and strength to have been around for over 300 years and is still a mainstay in the floral industry. Father Franciscus Cupani is the one who … [Read more...]
Morris Arboretum…ideas on container plantings
What can you find to create a mixed planting that speaks to your personality? … [Read more...]
Silent Spring Sunday….
Philadelphia Flower Show….More Than Just An Event
Lights, Camera, Bloom was the catch phrase for this year's Philadelphia Flower Show. The theme was Celebrating The Movies and was certainly a winning collaborative effort of The Philadelphia Horticultural Society, and its loyal partners as well as Disney and Disney-Pixar. The most amazing part of … [Read more...]
