As my garden developed into several different levels in a variety of garden styles, it became obvious that I needed some vertical elements not only to add height to each of the gardens but also to offer this crazy, intense ‘patch work quilt’ of a garden some cohesiveness. I began to contemplate the type[...]
Landing in The Newark Airport early Christmas morning, I am always somewhat pleasantly surprised when the custom officials say ‘Welcome home’ to me. My first reaction is to say ‘Thanks. It’s good to be back on U.S. soil’. But over the past several years, I have found myself feeling something quite different: that I am[...]
I thought I would treat you to a variety of ‘blooms’ for December. These first few photos were taken in my neighborhood. I left this grouping of Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’ with its blooms stand because I think the dead blooms are stunning. This picture was taken a few weeks ago (although taken in December would[...]
So, you’ve heard me talk about ‘when I talk a walk in my neighborhood’ scenarios before in describing certain things that I notice. Once again, and it never fails, each fall when I’m out for a daily walk, I see piles of leaves neatly arranged on curbs, waiting for the township to come and funnel[...]
Several years ago, I became aware of Cooperstown, New York’s Beautification Program (funded by The Clark Foundation) and its glorious holiday celebrations with extremely detailed, couture-styled outdoor decorations. Although I have neither the skills nor the patience to even try to copy what these incredible artists at Cooperstown have done, they have inspired me to[...]