Articles by Christy Page

Beetle Mania

Beetle Mania

As June fades into its final days, I reluctantly bid farewell to my lush garden in North Carolina before I embark on a journey up North. My pole beans are  
Garden Yoga

Garden Yoga

There are countless websites and videos showcasing yoga for gardeners, each with a unique approach. However, if you're seeking a laid-back routine that doesn't demand perfection, you're in the right  
My First Tomato

My First Tomato

Summer is my favorite season. I love the thick air and the stillness of the heat. I prefer wide-open windows, frames with flowing curtains, and ceiling fans to A/C, which  
The Gooseberry Legacy

The Gooseberry Legacy

  "What kind of bush is that?" my husband asked as I transplanted my gooseberry bush into one of our garden beds at our new house. I bought it through a  
Celebrating Showgirls

Celebrating Showgirls

There's a little miracle happening right before a surgery I need. Let me tell you about it. Back in 2019, a dear friend, sharing my passion for all things floral,  
A Garden of Delicious Delights

A Garden of Delicious Delights

Read by Matilda Longbottom Listen Now:   July is a magical month! All those fruits, vegetables, and herbs we started over the last few months are filling the garden and the table with  
The Beauty’s in the Trying

The Beauty’s in the Trying

Last year, I grew the ugliest cucumbers of all time, I'm pretty sure. They were misshapen, bulging in the wrong places, and the most odd shade of orange. I don't  
Our Quiet Garden Retreat

Our Quiet Garden Retreat

Thirteen years ago my husband, Mark, and I bought a rectangular little house on a rectangular green grass lawn. It reminded me of the little plastic houses on the board