I remember the day my husband, Jim, and I stepped into our new garden—well-groomed and meticulously cared for. The new property was also much more extensive than we had any prior experience with. Jim and I have always been self-proclaimed gardening enthusiasts, lovingly tending to our modest Gardens at our previous homes. But this time, …
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Imagine stepping into a garden where every leaf whispers secrets of harmony and every flower blooms in the camaraderie of its neighbor. This isn’t the stuff of fairy tales—it’s the art of companion planting, a practice as old as the hills upon which gardeners have toiled for generations. What are Companion Plants? Companion plants are …
Our “new” older house has grapevines in the front and back yards. I have shared that before, but this morning, I learned about the correct method of pruning grapevines and wanted to share that with you. The previous owners of this property had a gardener caring for everything, and Jim and I foolishly thought we …
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Spring—a time of renewal and rebirth. Here I am in a new home on a new piece of property, and the garden before me is dormant, like a blank canvas awaiting the first brushstrokes of color. I can feel the potential and envision the burst of life about to unfold. I hope that everything will …
Have you ever had a dream that you can’t shake? For me, that dream has been a greenhouse. There’s something magical about a greenhouse. It could be how it captures the sunlight and transforms it into something more. It could be how the plants grow uninhibited, flourishing under the warmth of the glass. Or it’s …
I’ve written about the importance of self-care and provided suggestions on how to achieve that, but one method that helps me is caring for and being around my plants. My house plants are dependent on me for their needs. I identify as a plant parent, and my plants reward my efforts with extraordinary beauty. My …
I just wrote about dreaming big, aiming for the stars, and never giving up! One of my dreams is to own a greenhouse. But, unfortunately, I don’t have one, so what do I believe the benefits of owning a greenhouse are, and why do I want one? Owning a greenhouse is the perfect way to …
I recently re-potted my Kimberly Queen Fern because she was dropping fronds and looking very poorly. I thought I was following the best care instructions for this plant, but my fern was suffering! The root ball was dry. WHAT?? So, I removed all the dead fronds and planted my baby in a larger new terra-cotta …
I repotted my Pin Stripe Calathea in a larger pot (4″ to 6″) and provided new soil. I like the Miracle-Gro Indoor Potting Mix. Unfortunately, my Pin Stripe Calathea was unhealthy and had become very leggy. It was time for me to repot the poor baby. The Pin Stripe Calathea is a beautiful plant that …
I had an opportunity to repot my sweet little Bernie, and I wanted to discuss the steps to repot a Maidenhair fern with you. Maidenhair ferns are a beloved plant species due to their unique frond-like leaves and delicate nature. While maidenhair ferns require extra care, they make an excellent addition to any home or …
