We typically talk plants from week to week, but sometimes it is fun to mix it up a bit and expand into adjacent topics relevant to our gardens. Fountains (and other statuary for that matter) have always intrigued me, as I continue to…
Garden Surprises – Fountains, Birdbaths and Garden Art
Something I truly enjoy when strolling through any garden are surprises, simple unexpected treasures that catch my eye and bring a smile to my face. I come around a corner, or peer down a pathway, or even look behind an old tree and exclaim “Ooooo… and what do we have here?” These focal points can be…
Dads Like Flowers Too!
One of best things about being a Dad is spending time with your kids, especially when an activity is made even better by sharing a personal passion with them. In my case, as with many other Dads, a keenness for gardening is towards the top of this list. I mean seriously now, just like Moms at Mother’s Day, us Dads like…
With spring approaching and winter heading into our rear view mirror soon, it is time to start rejuvenating the lawn for spring. First off, what winter? We finally got a few frosts, but it has been unbelievably mild all winter long. For the garden (and lawn), that means…