In a world captivated by life-hacking gurus dissecting existence into thirds, the spotlight often falls on those entering their third thirds, sharing wisdom on making this stage of life profoundly ... Read More
What ensues is an unembellished chronicle of venturing into water garden construction. Despite the intimate nature of some details, I feel compelled to transcend my unease and divulge this narrative, ... Read More
The garden stood fortified, a sanctuary devoid of birds, squirrels, or deer. Horse panels formed a robust structure, reinforced by massive corner posts, while gopher wire ascended from moats to ... Read More
Becoming a first-time plant mom wasn't exactly on my to-do list, but life has a funny way of surprising us. It was a bustling Saturday at the coffee shop where ... Read More
In the tapestry of nature's artistry, the rose stands as a timeless masterpiece, captivating hearts with its beauty and grace. As a devoted gardener, I have traversed the colorful landscape ... Read More
As we step outside onto the deck overlooking my garden, my mother's voice echoes my father's sentiment, though it's she who verbalizes it this time. “That climbing rose is happy,” ... Read More
Ethan, a spirited ten-year-old with tousled brown locks, followed his grandpa, affectionately known as Pop, as they meandered through the lush expanse of their backyard garden. Pop, weathered by years ... Read More
This marks my fortieth year of nurturing both soil and spirit in gardens, with 26 of those years spent tending to the verdant plots in our foothills haven nestled in ... Read More
Determined to reap the benefits of kale's nutritional prowess, Carole and I embarked on a gardening adventure, planting a Fall crop in containers on our deck. As August waned, we ... Read More
In early June, as I was admiring my white hydrangea mopheads mingling with the Dr. Seuss-like red bee balm, a furry black-and-white head emerged amid the Annabelles. Summer, one of ... Read More
