Articles by Christy Page

The Bonsai Chronicles

The Bonsai Chronicles

Most wedding ceremonies call for candles or colorful sand, but ours called for a seed. We heaped soil, smiles, and a shower of water on it. We promised to tend  
Bonsai

Bonsai

That Japanese maple (purchased 1991, K-Mart, gallon-can, $2.57) has been cultivated into a lissome, not quite exquisite bonsai. But it thrives in miniature, mimicking the seasons flawlessly: like the cool, reflective waters of  
Is February the Month of Love?

Is February the Month of Love?

February is often referred to as the month of love. It is the time when we celebrate Saint Valentine’s Day, honoring the patron saint of love. Several legends surround Saint  
A Winter Garden Awakening

A Winter Garden Awakening

The Winter garden lies dormant, blanketed in a layer of frost, waiting for the first signs of Spring. A hush falls over the barren trees and shrubs, as if they  
From Snow to Sow This January

From Snow to Sow This January

Kick off the new year with gardening tips for every zone, creative potato crafts, cozy shepherd’s pie recipes, and a fresh look at planning your 2025 garden.  
Welcoming in a New Year

Welcoming in a New Year

January is a time for new beginnings and fresh starts. That can sometimes be hard for a person like me, as I am a creature of habit. I like having  
Turn Up the Heat with Winter’s Hottest Recipes

Turn Up the Heat with Winter’s Hottest Recipes

Dear RecipeLion readers, There's something magical about winter that makes us crave warmth from the inside out. Whether you're watching the snow fall in Minnesota, feeling the crisp air in Colorado,  
Gifts, Greens, and Holiday Dreams

Gifts, Greens, and Holiday Dreams

Read by Matilda Longbottom Listen Now:   Dear Gardeners, December is here, and with it comes the season of gift-giving! In this special issue of Food Gardening Magazine, we’re excited to help you find