On a casual stroll to the garden one evening, I noticed that my strawberry plants had a sweet surprise for me! So many berries! Each plant was loaded with berries and thus far, untouched by birds, slugs, or other interested parties. The next morning, I harvested my first crop. Two days later I harvested again.Continue reading “Berry Sweet Crop”
Category Archives: Plants
Hiatus, Honeysuckle, and Hosta
Though it seems I have been on a personal hiatus, my garden and flowers have been calling me outdoors and back to my blog. The spring blooms are always a visual delight. However, it was the delicious fragrance of honeysuckle that finally rejuvenated my garden soul. Honeysuckle is a hearty choice for a yard orContinue reading “Hiatus, Honeysuckle, and Hosta”
Save the Seeds
Winter is that season when outdoor plants and gardens are dormant, conserving their energy for spring. While the plants are on pause, I like to pull out a notebook and do some spring planning. I ask myself: What did I enjoy from last year’s garden? What went well? What do I want to plant again?Continue reading “Save the Seeds”
Winter Revival: Part 2
Anytime you plant or repot a plant, choosing the right container is important. With some plants, you can get creative, like this “baby chick” from a sempervivum plant (hens and chicks) that I transplanted into a shell. There are so many fun containers out there, and I am confident you can find something to complimentContinue reading “Winter Revival: Part 2”
Winter Revival: Part 1
Winter is a time when your outdoor gardening can take a hiatus. However, before you hang up your gardening tools for the season, winter is a good time to do a little indoor maintenance. Of course, you will want to bring your cold-sensitive potted plant friends inside to winter in your cozy home. Bringing potsContinue reading “Winter Revival: Part 1”
Dog Days Fall into Autumn
Dog Days are those summer days when all you feel able to do is lie around because it is too hot to move. With the official end of summer coming in just a couple of weeks, dog days will soon be a memory. Many stores, friends, and family have already moved on to autumn decor,Continue reading “Dog Days Fall into Autumn”
To the Rescue
One of the things I really enjoy is rescuing plants. Usually, this means finding that sad little plant on the clearance rack at a home improvement store that just needs a little love – like this ballerina lilac armeria I rescued a few weeks ago. This little ballerina needed some sun, consistent watering, and aContinue reading “To the Rescue”
Better Late Than Never Bulbs
A friend recently reached out to me with a great question: What’s the best thing to do with bulbs if you have missed the recommended planting season? Certainly, it is always best to follow the planting and care guide that comes with your bulbs. Following the guide gives your bulbs the best opportunity to thrive.Continue reading “Better Late Than Never Bulbs”
What’s the ‘dil?
As much as I enjoy Punxsutawney Phil’s cute, cuddly weather predictions on Groundhog Day, I look to the lovely and even legendary daffodil for an accurate forecast that spring has arrived. Legendary? Oh yes. I recently read that the daffodil (aka Narcissus) derives its name from Greek mythology. Narcissus, son of Cephissus the river god,Continue reading “What’s the ‘dil?”
Got Sunshine?
There are still no winter blues around my house; only cheerful red, pink, purple and now white blooms. You really can enjoy flowers all year long. I promise! All you need is a sunny window. How are your poinsettias doing? Are you still enjoying your holiday blooms? Check out my little poinsettias: Red (in theContinue reading “Got Sunshine?”
Laurie's Leaves 