We began our travels down the road to annuals last week, so I am not making any U-turns just yet as this week we will continue to talk color and tropical plants. The vast majority of our landscapes are filled with…
A Touch of the Tropics
Magnificent Mountain Laurels
Lotsa Hosta
Spring is always a great time to talk plants, and this week Hostas (or what some call Plantain Lilies) are on the top of my mind. This time of year local garden centers provide plant enthusiasts with a slew of options, big or small, with varying textures, variegation and flowers. Now, I am always honest and will freely…
Precious Peonies
The Nostalgia of Lilacs
The legendary nostalgia of Lilacs has graced garden across the world for hundreds of years. When I say the word “Lilac” I think most gardeners can close their eyes and picture the flower, and perhaps more importantly imagine the intoxicating fragrance that they fill the air with each spring. We now have…
This magical month of October is coming to a close, accompanied everywhere by the colors of autumn. I thought it might be fun to talk Halloween this week, and more specifically botanical treasures that make me think of this fun and festive holiday…