Category Archives: Gardening
Wrong Container
A fern in a terracotta pot? Bad idea. A succulent in a glazed planter? Not great, either. Ferns, alocasias and other water living plants need their soil to remain moist Pots made of terracotta, ceramic and clay are porous and … Continue reading
Healing Family Wounds
Fifty years ago, our mothers’ bitter estrangement divided us daughters. But after I expressed sympathy over her mother’s death, my cousin mailed me a sprig of an aloe vera plant as a peace offering. Our shared great-grandmother had carried the … Continue reading
Fresh Herbs Inspiration
Here’s some ideas and inspiration for creatively using the herbs you buy or grow: Basil – Caprese salad — basil, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, salt, olive oil — is a summer staple, but you can also enliven a deli meat sandwich … Continue reading
Unused Name
A silly problem, perhaps, but here goes. I have a neighbor who is very nice and kind. We wave to one another across our gardens, and occasionally engage in a little small talk. I’ve introduced myself by name to her … Continue reading
Sowing Seeds
A: For me, the magic of seeds is really important. It’s one of the things that hooked me into gardening. Q: You never get over it, do you? A: There’s always an element of excitement. I never take it for granted. Seeds are … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 