Garden
Mom Was Always Right…
Mom was right about so many things. Love to Garden? I do. Being in the garden gets you away from all of the chaos and who doesn’t want to be away from all the chaos? Enough said. It’s Christmas. My mom was right when she told me to join the Horticultural Society when I first [...]
Come Support The Hort!
We hope to see you next Monday. Feel free to bring a friend!
Words of Wisdom
Is there any reason why someone wouldn’t want purple hydrangeas year round? Yes, if you are Madonna. I rest my case.
The Ultimate Fresh Shower
Cool off in nature in an outdoor shower to rejuvenate your senses. Outdoor showers are not just for backyards with pools or for homes along the coast. Anyone who lives in the city can have one too. All you need is a little privacy… there are so many ways to create and design an outdoor [...]
Peaceful, Easy Feeling
This is my pond. It gives me so much joy. Last weekend I wanted to clean it and the fountain was sluggish. I needed to get it moving so there would be enough air for my fish. I felt it necessary that I go IN the pond. It was a sight to see! I had goggles [...]
Way Over Due
I can’t believe it has taken me this long but I finally pulled the long garden table out to have dinner looking over the top of the hill, across the marsh and water. I had a dinner party in mind. I have had a dinner party in mind on that hill for years…12 to be [...]
Last one in…
This past Thursday we had a photo shoot at Muffie’s house. The pool house and pool were the main focus. It was a great day in spite of the heat. I can’t wait to see the article. Stayed tuned… ELLE DECOR‘s newsletter featured stylish celebrity pools. Below are some of our favorites.
The Best Blue
The best blue has just arrived in my garden. Every morning I get a cup of coffee and walk around in the garden and give thanks. God is THE master painter, designer extraordinaire! Make sure you cut hydrangeas in the early am or early evening for them to last. Deep water is also important. If [...]
Design Tip-Beauty in your own Backyard
Spring is here and now is the time to bring flowers inside. Simple arrangements can bring so much happiness. It is the best therapy you will get from your yard. I don’t like to cut my own flowers but I am getting better. I will cut a few and mix it with greenery or buy [...]
For the green thumb
Here’s a cute gift idea for the gardener in your life. These are vintage silverware garden markers that will make any green thumb smile.
