Petals of Passion
In the tapestry of nature's artistry, the rose stands as a timeless masterpiece, captivating hearts with its beauty and grace. As a devoted gardener, I have traversed the colorful landscape …
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A Garden’s Riotous Symphony
As we step outside onto the deck overlooking my garden, my mother's voice echoes my father's sentiment, though it's she who verbalizes it this time. “That climbing rose is happy,” …
Rumors of Rain
This marks my fortieth year of nurturing both soil and spirit in gardens, with 26 of those years spent tending to the verdant plots in our foothills haven nestled in …
Tessa the Garden Crusader
Determined to reap the benefits of kale's nutritional prowess, Carole and I embarked on a gardening adventure, planting a Fall crop in containers on our deck. As August waned, we …
Those Concord Grapes
Living in central Denver has its perks, and one of the gems of our neighborhood is the food bank run by our community center. Throughout the warmer months, local gardeners …
Benefits of Gardening in Retirement Communities
Many adults choose to spend their golden years in a vibrant, supportive retirement community. However, these complexes offer more than just movie nights, Mahjong and social clubs. Residents also reap …
Grandpa’s Garden: Cultivating Memories and Growth
At the age of 10, with a cabbage plant in hand for an "eco-friendly" project, I found myself thrust into the world of gardening. Thankfully, I had the guidance of …
Embracing the Whimsy of a Butterfly Garden
When my wife Gail and I first moved to the suburbs, we found ourselves with a backyard that was, to put it mildly, intimidating. The previous owners had cleaned it …
Blue Lupine is Both Beautiful and Edible
For years, I noticed wild Lupine growing along highway roadsides, their colorful spikes standing out against the asphalt and guardrails. These flowers always caught my eye, but I didn't know …
