Apr 13, 2015 | Gardens
I was finally able to get some seeds started today. Since the snow lasted so long it’s a late spring, but when we garden we learn to take things as they come, right? So today was my day to get some soil and seeds in small pot. This year I’m trying a new...
Apr 10, 2015 | Gardens
There are times in a landscape when we need something tall and thin. Maybe we have a tight corner or section of wall that needs to be softened. Perhaps everything in the garden is low, and what’s missing is a higher focal point to tie the earth to the sky. Many...
Apr 6, 2015 | Gardens
No. Broken branches don’t “knit together” like human bones do, and the duct tape will end up holding in moisture which causes disease, and ultimately strangling the plant. Plus it’s U-G-L-Y. Don’t do it.
Apr 4, 2015 | Gardens
Name: Rosa ‘Meijocos’ aka Coral Drift rose Type of Plant: This is a low-growing shrub rose that repeat flowers reliably and is very disease resistant. It is hardy in zones 4-10 and grows best in full sun. Why I love this: When I get a new plant to test I’ll place it...
Apr 3, 2015 | Gardens
A Salad Bowl? You Can Grow That! This is a fun spring plant project for kids and adults. Salad bowls make a good gift or porch decoration when it’s too cool for most annuals but you just need an expression of spring and growth. Here’s what you need: A low,...
Mar 30, 2015 | Gardens
Here’s a tip for designing the best flower gardens: don’t forget to consider a blossom’s size and shape. Most people focus on color first, and although this is important, it’s equally valuable to put remember to include differing sizes and...
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