I’m trying something a bit different on today’s post. I’ve created a power point video explaining the transformation of my Bryn Mawr, Pa. garden over the period of 10 years. I hope you enjoy!! If you decide to take advantage of the book and course giveaway, I’d appreciate it if, after reading the book, if [...]
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Pathways In My Backyard
August 18, 2015 – Posted in: Garden DesignThis article was originally published in November of 2007. I thought it worth posting again as we get closer to fall and gardeners are beginning to contemplate making changes in their garden. I hope you enjoy! Thanks to Nan’s November Design Workshop on pathways, I am compelled to get this final post up before the [...]
Why Pathways Are Such A Compelling Element In The Garden
September 8, 2014 – Posted in: Garden DesignThis is a re-print of a post that was published here in March 2013. As fall approaches, it’s a perfect time to re-evaluate any changes you want to make in your garden. When I began to learn about garden design, I became intrigued with paths – no – make that obsessed. Maybe it dates back [...]
Top 13 Perennials For 2013
January 5, 2013 – Posted in: Garden Design, PerennialsI’ve experimented with several dozen perennials over the years. But there are certain ones that I return to ~ time and again. They are star performers, easy to grow, hardy, can handle a wide range of soils, and moisture. Each of them adds a unique element to any garden. They are classics. The genii listed [...]
44 Inspirational Quotes About Nature’s Beauty
December 17, 2012 – Posted in: Garden Design, Garden MusingsWe need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence. See how nature – trees, flowers, grass – grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence… We need silence to be able to touch souls. Mother Teresa [...]