I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
My favorite of my boards on Pinterest is my “Great Garden Paths” board. I have a weakness for garden paths. There is something so incredibly inviting about a path through a garden. It says, “Explore me,” or “Feel free to look AND touch, I’m cool with it.” My favorite garden paths bend around corners, begging […]
Ligularia is a shade perennial with impressive leaves and golden summer flowers.
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How do you design a garden for two artists who have a highly attuned sense of the visual? When I met photographer Maria Robledo and artist Holton Rower, ab
The best plants, screening solutions and ideas for a windy garden. Easy ways to enjoy your garden more and how to make better plant choices.
These shade loving shrubs will fill in the space under trees with beautiful flowers and interesting foliage to beautify those shady areas.
A hugel bed (also known as hugelkultur) is basically a garden bed filled with logs. In theory, the logs will absorb rainwater like a sponge, allowing for less frequent watering of the bed. As the l…
Possibly the reason I embrace the idea that bigger isn't always better when it comes to gardens is because I have a small garden. Over the years I have al
I am having a little obsession with garden whites right now. I have recently discovered a ocupel of plants as well as some bird lovers accessories that I am eager to find a place for – either in my own garden or someone elses. I am a sucker for a beautiful leaf, and Allium karataviense […]
These shade loving shrubs will fill in the space under trees with beautiful flowers and interesting foliage to beautify those shady areas.
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! They say it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. And that means more time outdoors– sunshine… And for some– gardens, pools and exquisite gardens. That is— if one has the land to accommodate all of that. Alas, I am in an apartment. And before that, I lived in a Townhouse. We had […]
Since seeing this container planting over on Garden’s Illustrated’s website earlier this summer, I have been all sorts of obsessed with mini meadows in pots. This lovely thing was grown from seed, so my own experiment to re-create something similar with have to be added to next year’s ‘To Do’ list….but my patience for this […]
A Primer on Growing, Care, Pruning and Winter Protection Much of what I know about Japanese Maples comes from simple observation. They are relatively slo…
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These shade loving shrubs will fill in the space under trees with beautiful flowers and interesting foliage to beautify those shady areas.
I have seen this posted as a climbing hydrangea and a climbing viburnum. I can't find it anywhere to buy.
Allium, også kaldet prydløg, kan blive op til 150 cm høje og er noget af det mest dekorative, du kan plante i din have.
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With our truck and trailer constantly in motion on road trips to our growers over the last two weeks, our yard is beginning to fill nicely with a wide assortment … Continue reading "The Yard Filleth"
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So you want to have a beautiful yard filled with plants that will add character, but you have no sun because your entire yard is covered with trees? Do you have a back covered patio that’s in need of some refreshing and updating? Well, we at Garden Valley Farmers Market, have got you covered with our seven favorite perennials that will absolutely THRIVE in the shade, and leave your house looking like a home for years to come…
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This Pavlova has become my favorite desserts to make lately for a variety of reasons: First of all, Pavlova! Chewy, crunchy meringue on the outside that fades into a cloud of pillow soft marshmallow throughout the inside all topped with rose-infused whipped cream, tangy sweet roasted strawberry sauce, and fresh Spring strawberries? You can’t go...Read More »
Even a small garden can enjoy a beautiful mini meadow with wildflowers. It's easy - but not as simple as just letting your grass grow. Find out here!
We go another 10 inches of snow dumped on us last weekend, but that doesn't mean I'm giving up on my garden dreams and plans! Mother n...
There are so many lovely perennials available, so don't bother with these 14 Plants Not To Grow In Your Garden, or other invasive or aggressive plants.
On arriving at Highgrove, home of the Prince of Wales, you can't help feeling a little excited. Tickets are not easy to come by and a passport is required
I tried rooting lantana several times without much success. I was using the standard method for taking cuttings. When I told a nice lady friend about my poor results, she told me I would have better luck if I took cuttings from the tips of the plant. Since taking her advice, I have had near 100% success.
How do you use roses in your garden? Do you have a traditional, formal rose garden bordered with low boxwood hedges? Or are they part of a mixed border where they jostle with perennials such…
I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
