Tag Archives: Gardening

Sanctuary

You must have a place to which you can go almost every day, where you do not owe anyone and where no one owes you – a place that simply allows for the blossoming of something new and promising”.  – … Continue reading →

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Blooms

Don’t wait for someone to bring you flowers. Plant your own garden and decorate your own soul. – Luther Burbank,  Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on to others … Continue reading →

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Gardening in Extreme Heat

How do I stop a garden from dying in 110-degree weather? A: Here are my tips on caring for a garden in the heat: Water. Water in the morning before the heat of the day to avoid evaporation. Depending on … Continue reading →

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Blackberries

Blackberry Bramble– shake two measures of gin, one of freshly squeezed lemon juice and half a measure of sugar syrup together and serve with ice, blackberries, and a sprig of rosemary. The perfect autumn salad layers a bed of leaves … Continue reading →

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Garden Design Layout

I have plants picked out but don’t know how to design a layout for the best visual impact. what is your advice? Plant in mass, as this approach has the most visual impact. Group like plants together. Plant more of … Continue reading →

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