There’s an image that comes to mind when I think about famous gardeners. I imagine polite, soft-spoken people, drinking tea, weeding and sharing tips about soil health. How funny would it be to hear the running commentary that goes on in their heads when they’re looking at a garden they dislike? Let’s take a…
How To Create a Perennial Border from Scratch
Last summer, my Mother-in-law bought the house directly behind ours. It’s a cute Ranch-style home that sits on a corner lot. The house was in great shape, but the garden needed a little TLC. We started renovating the garden in July 2018. There were a few must-haves for the new garden: Plant deer resistance plants….
How To Make a Spring Floral Arrangement
I love to create floral arrangements for my home. They are fairly inexpensive, easy to assemble, and make a calming mood in any room. Nature is soothing to the soul and adding plants and flowers is a great way to create a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Add a scented lavender candle and you’re ready for date…
Empress Josephine Knew the Power of a Great Image
Pierre-Joseph Redouté is arguably the most renowned floral illustrator in history. He painted plants in the Royal gardens of Paris using a technique of applying color to etchings by hand. His etchings were vibrant and detailed and attracted the attention of some influential patrons. Redouté even managed to attract the attention of Queen Marie Antoinette…
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