In the depths of Winter, amidst the challenges of adapting to a new climate and lifestyle, I found solace and inspiration by surrounding myself with the beauty of nature. Having  …

The stage is set with a quaint garden scene, complete with flowerbeds and a mishmash of whimsical garden ornaments. The sun shines brightly overhead as Mother and Daughter enter, carrying  …

In the quaint hamlet of Chelsea, Vermont, nestled amidst towering trees and fragrant blooms, a delightful tale unfolds – a tale of love, loss, and an irresistible penchant for peonies.  …

From my desk, I can see the entire backyard and the slough beyond it. Every day, just around noon, a family of wild turkeys embarks on a slow march across  …

In the sunny backyard of my family home in California, there stood a proud lemon tree—a dwarf in name, but a giant in stature, towering over us at 10-feet tall.  …

The nurserywoman approached me and asked, “May I help you?” I replied, “Yes. Can you direct me to your hostas?” “Our hostas are over here,” she said, leading the way.  …

Pollinators twinkled around the white star flowers of wild onion and the pinking sedum fronting the withering coneflowers in my roadside garden. A new mail lady appeared— Bees! she exclaimed, afraid they’ll attack her in her truck while she’s  …

Garlic possesses a certain slyness. At first glance, it appears innocent enough—a mere bulb, unassuming and straightforward. Yet, beneath its unpretentious exterior lies a mischievous nature.  …

After thirty years in law enforcement, retirement didn't mean hanging up my boots. Unexpectedly, my best post-retirement gig turned out to be a garden, where I became the volunteer gardener.  …

From the moment we laid eyes on our quirky 1800s farmhouse with its sprawling barn and picturesque five-acre property, my husband Henry and I knew we were in for an  …