This is a reprint of a discussion I had with renowned Dutch garden and bulb designer, Jacqueline van der Kloet, 4 years ago. She is known throughout the world for her magnificent bulb designs. If you need inspiration for fall bulb planting, this is a must- read. Fran Sorin One has only to experience [...]
International Bulb Centre
Locus Flevum: A Modern Walled Dutch Garden
June 16, 2010 – Posted in: Garden VisitsIt was the end of a long day. After seeing 8 other gardens in less than 48 hours, with some long stretches of traveling time, I was ready to pack it in. Walking into a graveled courtyard with a minimalistically styled residence, an orangery with a garden shop, a narrow, rectangular pool, surrounding light colored walls and large olive trees in sunken tubs, it was easy to imagine being [...]
Picture This Photo Contest for October
October 5, 2009 – Posted in: Edible Organic Gardens, Garden Photography“It’s the 5th of the month of October which means a new Picture This Photo Contest . After having completed 6 months of what we initially said was an experiment, we can confidently say that Picture This has not only become a fun and much participated in contest but has also evolved into a photographic resource for gardeners who want to [...]