Straw bale gardens have taken off over the last decade or so. I’ve seen some really pretty and clever methods of straw bale gardening. Just a quick Google image search will show you lots of beautiful straw bale gardens: It makes you want to jump right in, doesn’t it? I love the concept of […]
Category: Flowers
Magic of Sunflowers
Sunshine Flowers… I remember how I used to call them sunshine flowers when I was just a girl, Their sunniness made them one of my most coveted flowers in the world, Not just by the way they seemed to always shine like the sun up in the sky, But by the way they would make […]
Green Bits
You are seedlings now Thirsty, little bits of green It is with hopeful expectation That I water you by hand I can hardly wait To see you grow tall and strong To see you reach for the sun To see you turn toward its light I dream of how you will Dance with the wind […]
The Facts
Alternative facts, that is. If there is any group of people that has learned to accept unpleasant realities—often brought on by natural forces—that group is gardeners. I am pleased to announce that, as of 2017, these are the facts that will be governing the progress of my garden throughout the year: All the bulbs that […]
Beauty of the Gardens
I present pictures of the most beautiful gardens in Maine. To the delight of your eyes: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens As one of the many gorgeous gardens the state has to offer, this is a must see if you are seeking a garden filled tour. This garden features 35,000 bulbs guaranteed to brighten your […]
MAKING & USING DANDELION OIL
It’s probably a safe assumption to say that almost all of us have dandelions in our yard. This is one of the most common “weeds” around. Sadly, dandelions are despised by most people. However, Dandelions deserve our respect and admiration! This is an amazing plant for us. The leaves, flowers, and roots of Dandelions are […]
Sunflowers a perfect gardening project for children and beginners
Do you enjoy the cheerfulness of sunflowers? Sunflowers are easy to grow, perfect for children or beginning gardeners and come in many varieties. Whether you want pint-sized plants for containers or giants for the garden, sunflowers come in a full range of colors: yellows, oranges, russets, ivory and bicolor. Sunflowers can be enjoyed by […]
