The Cottonwood’s downy seeds fell like snow.  Drifting and swirling upon the air, some suspended momentarily as they sought the perfect landing place.  Soon, they began to snag and accumulate.  It was magical, slightly alarming, and a complete contrast to the heat wave that was upon us. Contrast, in the…

The sun dappled and danced upon the lawn as it beamed through the lush canopy.  Although temperatures have been mostly mild, the sun is still a major factor in our yards and gardens, even if we don’t always feel her warmth.  In fact, it is the most essential element in…

  And just like that, the landscape exploded – trees, shrubs, perennials.  The pace seemed to hasten as we neared Memorial Day, the gateway to Summer, with warming temperatures and rain.   It wasn’t long before we felt out of step and overwhelmed. Fear not, gardeners, for we do have some…

  The bee floated amongst the flowers, hovering and bouncing between the blooms, landing and lingering upon only the most appealing.  He made several passes, returning to some, while ignoring others.  He seemed discerning in his quest, much like today’s home buyer. Landscaping, or the lack thereof, can help or…

The landscape has begun to swell as the Oaks and Maples leaf out, and Spring flowering trees and shrubs adorn the horizon.  Our once lethargic lawns have kicked into high gear with the onset of warming temperatures, cool nights, and copious amounts of rain. And just when we thought we…

The air wafted, sweet and warm, through the budding branches, over the greening grass, in and about the burgeoning perennials.  The earth was softening, and the landscape was preparing to burst with color and life.  Nature was beckoning us outdoors into her lovely, therapeutic realm. Amid our new “normal” and…

May sidled in, almost undetectable, on the tail end of an April storm. Thus far, she seemed a bit capricious, but hopes are high that she will bridge the gap to Summer with graciousness and generosity. May means planting – annuals, perennials, etc., and planting isn’t just for gardens and…

  Spring’s reign seemed wholly indecisive and fickle.  Her tumultuous rule left the landscape feeling confused and disoriented.  Had she lost her way?  Had she veered off the vernal path? Garden paths can be purely aesthetic, functional or both. They can be invitations to the garden visitor to explore the…

Sloughing off the final olive-drab layers, downy-white flowers unfurled upon the Bradford Pear as the Redbud’s ethereal blooms cast a cheery glow unto the scene. Swelling buds and spring ephemerals dotted the landscape as the grass grew green and lush.  Nature was fully engaged. It’s no coincidence that we celebrate…

  Swelling Redbuds, drifts of Squill, and nodding Daffodils began to pepper the blank canvas of early Spring with bursts of life and color. Along with Spring Clean Ups and Lawn Renovations, we must turn our attention to one of the most important additions to the landscape. Mulch.  If you…

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Spring ephemerals pushed through the late season snow, undaunted and assured, compelled by its very nature despite the defiant environment. We too are facing a world of change and uncertainty as tensions run high, and emotions remain fragile as we attempt to navigate…

The silhouette of flocking geese, like great black ribbons meandering the sky, gleefully trumpeted their return home.  Another sure sign of the changing season. If there’s something we’ve all learned over the past two years, change is inevitable and often swift and unforgiving.  2022 is shaping up to be another…