About Christy Page

Christy Page

Christy favors fruit gardening, including berries, although they are often shared with the local wildlife. Her favorite “garden” is her fairy garden that she adds to each year.

Articles by Christy Page

The July Jungle

The July Jungle

Every July, my garden transforms from a neat little patch of soil into a glorious, sun-drenched jungle. It’s as if my plants throw a party the moment I turn my  
Herb’s the Word With This Special Edition

Herb’s the Word With This Special Edition

Dear Gardeners, Welcome to the Special Edition "Herb Gardening Made Easy" issue of Food Gardening Magazine! There's something almost magical about herbs—these aromatic plants connect us to centuries of gardening traditions while  
Blossoms of Triumph

Blossoms of Triumph

In the serene town of Harmony Springs, a man named Richard Walker grappled with the profound loss of his son, Ethan. The sorrow that enveloped Richard's life transformed into a  
Make Room for June Blooms

Make Room for June Blooms

June brings that magical moment when the garden truly comes alive. Here in the Northeast, we've finally moved past the threat of frost, and I find myself spending every possible  
A Bumblebee Considers its Work

A Bumblebee Considers its Work

Visiting gardens this morning, like the neighborhood cleric making parish calls, I chat with peonies, poppies and fragrant heliotrope, and hope I carry contagions of helpfulness to other flowers. As I continue my quiet talk I'm weighted with  
The Expert

The Expert

“Thank you ever so much for fixing the lawnmower; that darn thing has been playing up for some time now. You’re too kind…”