Do you long for that elusive “low maintenance” garden? Do you love weeding and trimming plants, or is it a chore you struggle to find time for? It may surprise you to learn that one way to reduce maintenance is to leave it to nature. I’m not talking about rewilding as many of us don’t … Read more
They’re a bit of an unruly guest – once they get comfortable, nasturtiums will spread everywhere, not even thinking of their neighbors, but they bring such joy, beauty, and other values to the garden, I forgive them a lot. One of the easiest plants to grow, Nasturtium adds bright color with its orange, yellow and … Read more
Bedding plants are frowned upon by many “serious” gardeners, but not by me, which must make me a frivolous gardener. As you can see, I love color and nothing can add color to a garden like summer bedding flowers. I don’t use them in the traditional way that became popular during the Victorian period, ie … Read more