It's time to try new and different things! It's the first day of March. The freshness and newness of a new season feel great! The Camellia buds are swelling, daffodils are opening up, and the crocus lift their heads to welcome us back into the
Master Gardeners are everywhere! Planting seeds of wisdom along the way. Tea is something to be celebrated. Growing a tea garden is easy and there are a few new plants which can be used for tea, that is worth investigating. Adding a native plan
How did you recognize National Garden Meditation Day today? This day reminds us not to just work in the garden but to meditate in our green spaces. The importance of even simply talking to your garden is medicine for the mind. Here are a few th
Going outside to witness a new season is refreshing. Especially when you aren't rushing. Noticing what's emerging and planning for warmer temps is always a great idea.
Change in the garden will happen. Plants will die, lighting will change, and Mother Nature will certainly have her way. After a period of mourning, we adapt. It's simply life. However, there is always something left behind that gives us hope.B
From giving talks in Charlotte, North Carolina, touring Maple Walk, changes in my garden and the Philadelphia Flower Show...I can tell it's going to be a wonderful year!
Snow, crocus, daffodils, and more. Spring has been plugged in and I can feel the electricity of the season. I had the honor of speaking with the Creative Director of The Philadelphia Flower Show, Seth Pearsoll. As you know, it doesn't take much
This is the perfect time of year for fresh starts, rekindling relationships, and looking forward to the possibilities of change. Change is inevitable. While we might not be sure of the outcome, we must believe in the brighter day. I'm looking f
The garden invokes conversation when we gather. If we listen, we can glean how the garden finds us and how grateful we are. I am grateful when others share their garden experience. I am also ready to explore more gardens and garden experiences
I am so thankful for every opportunity that comes my way. Remaining in a mental state of thankfulness and gratitude is meaningful each and every day! Are you grateful for the little things?
Visiting Fredericksburg, VIrginia provided a bit of downtime to think about how to navigate life's challenges and change. Even as we garden, changes in growing conditions provide an opportunity for us to navigate change. It's all a part of life
Life lessons are often equated with life in the garden. Who can we count on to help in our communities? Our life gardens teach us so much...we just need to pay attention and choose wisely.
I made it to a garden I thought about during the pandemic. It helped me be okay with purging and reassessing my garden...Is it time for you to purge your garden?
Making an effort to not second guess what we don't see or assume is easier than we think. We should all make an effort to think positively first and then adjust - like we have had to do. Let's rethink how we receive what comes our way.
Honoring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for this country. Also appreciating the Coral Drift Rose's in my garden. A must have for small space gardens.
I have been vacant in this space for a reason. There are only so many hours in the day and realistically, working full-time, gardening, speaking, as well as engaging in the community does make a difference in downtime.I am taking a measured ap