Articles by Christy Page

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…”  
The Great Tomato Adventure

The Great Tomato Adventure

Gardening has always been my escape, a place where I find peace among the petals. But one Summer, my serene sanctuary turned into a stage for a comedy of errors  
The Garden’s Embrace

The Garden’s Embrace

Flower gardens have always been a sanctuary for me, a place where I can soothe my senses and meditate. Every time I feel sad, being in the garden eases my  
The Heart of the Hearth

The Heart of the Hearth

Imagine a dining experience straight out of a dream: tables laden with artisan foods, cheeses, and garden-fresh vegetables. The setting sun casts a golden glow, and a rainbow arches over