- Aug 28 2019
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
The Importance of Autumn Aerations
August 28, 2019 Fall, Landscaping 0
Glittering, golden dusk flooded the landscape as the trees blushed in the gilded light, and the grasses swayed and rushed as the sun swiftly receded, surrendering wholly to twilight. August too will soon concede, and with it, any remnants of…
- Nov 15 2017
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
The Monarch, The Milkweed & The Senate
November 15, 2017 Fall, Landscaping 0
The clouds were cobbled together like great stones with mortar the color of sky, and slivers of sunlight flickered through momentarily until the mortar hardened and the clouds became impenetrable. Leafless trees revealed hidden vistas, and the world seemed somewhat naked, somber and…
- Mar 9 2016
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 0
Your Personal Guide to 151 Common Flowers
March 9, 2016 Landscaping, Uncategorized 0
The satiny gray sheet of Winter, once unfurled and perfectly draped, has begun to wrinkle and bunch as Spring tugs at its corners, releasing its drab cover. Soon it will be folded and shelved until next year. Spring is…
- Jul 22 2015
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 0
Summer’s Simple Pleasures
July 22, 2015 Landscaping, Uncategorized 0
Last night was a gift. It was the perfect summer night when the air is delicate and nimble. It was quiet, but not still. Easy and blithe. The humidity was low, almost unperceivable, and as the setting sun faded behind…
- Jul 8 2015
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 0
Lessons From a Dog
July 8, 2015 Landscaping, Uncategorized 0
I did not attend a 4th of July parade this year, nor did I officially attend any fireworks. Instead, my neighborhood brought the fireworks to me. How very, very kind. Most were all bark with no bite, and I find…
- Apr 8 2015
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 1
Awe Inspiring Annuals
April 8, 2015 Landscaping, Uncategorized 1
Today looks and feels a little more akin to Fall than Spring. Sometimes I like to imagine I’d just awaken from a deep, lengthy sleep – completely unaware of time or season. Would I know if it was Spring or Fall? A quick…
- Jan 7 2015
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 3
The Goodness of Snow
January 7, 2015 Landscaping, Uncategorized 3
The landscape has finally been reborn, cleansed of its imperfections, bleached in pure, glistening white, sparkling in the sun, blindingly renewed. A somewhat fitting start to the new year, and one I’ve been waiting months to see. I love…
- Oct 1 2014
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 0
Legacy Gardening
October 1, 2014 Landscaping, Uncategorized 0
Rabbits, rabbits, rabbits. Did you remember to say it this morning? There’s an old adage that promises good luck if you utter this phrase upon waking on the first day of the month. Me? I forgot. I usually do. Maybe next…
- Jul 31 2013
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 2
Seeing & Appreciating the Big Picture
July 31, 2013 Landscaping, Uncategorized 2
I always thought of myself as a “big picture” kind of gal. Before I can truly understand or appreciate something, it’s very important that I am able to visualize and conceptualize the whole. Well, I thought wrong. Sort of. When it…
- May 9 2012
- Landscaping, Spring
- 0
Butterfly Gardening
May 9, 2012 Landscaping, Spring 0
Location, location, location! You’re going to need a warm, sunny location in order to attract butterflies. These beauties are cold-blooded creatures that require sun to warm their bodies, so locate a place within your yard that offers lots of sun and protection…