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  …

Ah, the warmth of October's sun in eastern North Carolina, where Fall is just a whisper and the joy is as abundant as the laughter of grandchildren. Join me on  …

Preparing for the first storm of the season, I readied myself to stow away the lawnmower and garden tools in the storage container—an inheritance from a former boyfriend who had  …

Once upon a time in Michael's Moss Garden... What's your go-to favorite plant? Is it a majestic tree, a vibrant flower, or maybe something tall and striking?  …

You sense that familiar chill in the air, a gentle reminder that the seasons are shifting. Leaves cascade down in a vibrant display, painting the ground with hues of gold  …