Articles by Christy Page

YOU DEFINITELY NEED A TRACTOR!

YOU DEFINITELY NEED A TRACTOR!

"You need a tractor!" Pam, the X-ray tech at my clinic, sounds like a farmer evangelist whenever she brings up tractors. Her excitement matches my own enthusiasm for the nineteen  
Battling Cincinnati Clay

Battling Cincinnati Clay

In Cincinnati, gardening is not for the faint of heart; it's a battle against the relentless Cincinnati Clay. The soil, more akin to an ancient adversary than a nurturing environment,  
Garden Adventures with Grandma

Garden Adventures with Grandma

I couldn't help but grin as both sides of the road burst into a riot of pink and purple flowers. A few years back, construction upheavals threatened the lupines near  
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,