Jun 8, 2015 | Gardens
Since there is so much interest in edible landscaping, I thought I’d share how we grow strawberries: as groundcover. We planted a few of these spreading perennials on a sunny slope five or six years ago and they have taken it from there. If you’re thinking...
Jun 1, 2015 | Gardens
Sometimes when we see insects on our plants the response should be…nothing. There is no hard and fast rule for when to treat, but it’s helpful to know that we don’t always have to step in with a remedy. Sometimes treatment isn’t necessary,...
May 29, 2015 | Gardens
This is a question that many of my consulation customers ask. They are usually thinking about flowers, but when I’m in their yards and gardens I often point out what they are really missing. “Look at this planting,” I frequently say. “What is...
May 25, 2015 | Gardens
At this time of year I’m sending my houseplants to summer camp. I’m also puttting those plants that I’ve wintered indoors outside again, and in both cases it’s easy for these things to be sunburned. The main message in this post is this: Never...
May 17, 2015 | Gardens
It’s time to publish my annual poem that celebrates dandelions. Oh Dandelion, I watch you grow And wonder why we hate you so Your cheerful yellow flowers sing In celebration, “See? It’s spring!” You’re very hardy there’s no doubt You grow in cold or wet or...
May 15, 2015 | Gardens
It’s the season for planting containers, which can be one of the most creative things we can do in the garden. Deciding which plants will be used is so much fun; what colors of foliage and flowers will I choose this year? But beyond the enjoyment of planting is...
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