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A Colorful Fall Garden – Foliage, not Flowers

September 6, 2024 Gardening, Landscape Design, Perennials
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By the beginning of September, most gardeners are tired of working in their gardens. They’ve planted the old.

A Colorful Fall Garden – Foliage, Not Flowers – Part2

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It seems like fall came earlier this year. In early September, temperatures were cooler than usual, particularly at.

Feasting in Asheville

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I visited Asheville twenty-five years ago for a pre-conference garden tour weekend but never really got to know.

Shrubs for Full Sun

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High on my list of go-to shrubs for full sun is the genus Spiraea.  They are incredibly tough,.

Tucson Impressions

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I’ve always loved the Sonoran Desert landscape as well as the attendant art. I jumped, therefore, at the.

Fireworks

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I’ve been breathing again. Wednesday was a glorious day for our country and the fireworks at the end.

Fence Me In

February 21, 2020 Gardening, Landscape Design
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The sun is shining but it’s not yet time to put away the winter coats. However, if you.

Container Theme Gardens

December 20, 2018 Books, Gardening, Perennials
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This is a book written for those who don’t have space for in-ground gardening, only have enough time.

The Power of Gardening

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As part of the Garden Writers Association conference in Buffalo, I just visited part of the city called.

Creative Fencing

December 2, 2016 Landscape Design
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Although many landscapes have beautifully designed planting plans, creativity seems to be lacking when it comes to designing.