There are several elements that make up a well thought out landscape: they include structure, shape, texture, scent, and movement. But for the majority of us home gardeners, the first element we take into consideration when designing our own personal paradise is color. But there are some people who really trust an expert like Drake’s[...]
Update, Sat. Feb. 10: AND THE WINNER IS…Susie Johnson! I’ve notified her and “The Less is More Garden” will soon be on its way to her from publisher Timber Press. Many, many thanks to all of you for participating! — Debra I’ve long admired the wit and wisdom of Bay Area landscape designer Susan Morrison,[...]
I learned to garden as an adult by poring over gardening magazines and watching shows on HGTV, like “Gardening by the Yard.” Remember that one? Sadly, none of the instructional and inspirational shows that taught me to garden are still on the air, since HGTV replaced them with shows about outdoor decorating. Furniture, fabric and[...]
Want to buy that special person who happens to be a gardener, a lover of flowers, or just a creative soul at heart an extraordinary Mother’s Day Gift? Well, guess what? This year I’ve come up with a two part present that will knock the socks off of the “Mom” in your life. All you[...]
Julie Moir Messervy is a renowned and beloved garden designer, author and lecturer. She has now become the creator of an app, Home Outside, that enables any gardener to get first rate garden design help at a reasonable price. I’m delighted to have Julie as a guest contributor at GGW. Please welcome her to our[...]