It’s a new year and that often means we discard the old and ring in the new. January 1 typically ser ...
Cheery Winter Containers
I like to use perennials in containers with a few annuals for seasonal interest. This technique enab ...
Letting go
I’ve always loved the saying, “Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” Sometimes it’s ...
The Ghost of the Forest
It’s that time of year. Days continue to get shorter and colder. When the alarm goes off in the morn ...
The Importance of Bee-ing
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit with beekeepers in my area. I learned the specific roles th ...
Drought Busters
I’m tired. Tired of hand watering and of dragging hoses and sprinklers around my property. I’ve trie ...
Behind the Scenes
Every time I visit a public garden, I’m impressed. The displays are usually spectacular, nearly weed ...
Composting for Good
During a recent install, I was reminded of the importance of composting, and the ease with which it ...
Spring Blues
Each year in March, Longwood Gardens announces a special display in their conservatory that features ...
Blasted by Mother Nature
Spring is both exciting and terrifying. Exciting because new life is emerging from the ground on a d ...