While I love hearing from you guys, some of my very favorite emails are when you share your gardens or gardening projects. I love my garden, but sometimes I really get sick of looking at it. So seeing your garden is a breath of fresh air! I asked you to send in your photographs and Read More >>
Starting Over: New Home, New Garden, No Stress
The thought of starting a garden from scratch can seem daunting to some. That’s what I’m facing at not one, but 2 different houses. When all of this is said and done, I’m going to be a pro! But in this week’s eHow article: Starting a New Garden From Scratch Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming, Read More >>
Using Hair To Keep Squirrels and Deer Out Of The Garden
Has anyone tried using hair to keep squirrels and deer out of the garden? My friend Heather, who writes the East Coast Edition of gardening chores for me, recently posted about using hair to deter deer, bunnies, and squirrels from entering your garden. While she combed {pun intended} the streets looking for salons that would Read More >>
The Best Plants for a Cottage Garden
I have always loved cottage garden landscapes. Did you know they originated among peasants in England {with every plant having a purpose, i.e. hedge to provide privacy, herbs for cooking, medicinal plants, flowers for cutting, etc.}? In today’s post I am going to share the best plants for a cottage garden. I love that even Read More >>
Garden Tours and Projects of 2013
I love my garden, but sometimes I really get sick of looking at it. So I decided I wanted to see yours! When I asked you guys to send in your photographs and stories of your garden, I had no idea the cool responses I would get. Your gardens blow me away. Here are some Read More >>