Innovative ways to use annuals in your landscape Story by Kelly Bledsoe Whether your garden is a set of containers on a city balcony or an extensive country plot, annuals add color wherever you need it. And let’s face it … a garden just isn’t a garden without flowers! Even if vegetables are your passion, …
Plants, plans, and advice By Marian St. Clair Tony Avent, founder and proprietor of Juniper Level Botanic Garden in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the world-renowned mail-order nursery, Plant Delights, shares the story of his extraordinary passion for plants, along with his plans for the future and advice for today’s gardeners. Q. What sparked your interest …
Always be on the lookout for new garden additions Story and Photos by Troy B. Marden troybmarden.com One of the questions I am asked most frequently is, “Where do you find so many unusual plants for your garden?” That question is often followed immediately by, “How do you get them to grow so well?” Let …
Tips for getting more creative with these one-season wonders Story and Photos by Helen Newling Lawson Annuals – they’re easy to find, inexpensive, and simple to plant. And for season-long color, they just can’t be beat. But just because they’re easy, that doesn’t mean you should take the easy way out when using them. Challenge …
Tips for getting more creative with these one-season wonders Story and Photos by Dee A. Nash Instead of planting the same old bedding plants at the edge of the garden in a ribbon of monotonous color, why not try something new this year? Although blocks or strips of annual color are one way to plant, …
Living the green dream Story by Maureen Heffernan Photos courtesy of Grogg’s Green Barn Sorrow can either plunge you into depths of despair or inspire you to do something positive, to make a change for the better. When two family members were diagnosed with cancer more than 12 years ago and underwent chemotherapy, Carla Groggs …
A love of all things fruit Story by Kate Musso Mention Dr. Arlie Powell’s name to a dedicated Alabama gardener and you’re likely to get a smile and an anecdote. The smiles comes from the enthusiastic and effusive manner Dr. Powell brings to every encounter. The anecdote likely relates to a fruit the gardener had …
Memoirs of a Nursery Woman Story and Photo by Mary Russell-Evans Sometimes it seems that cabin fever is replaced by spring fever. Onset usually occurs immediately upon recovery from the former. Unfortunately, while under the influence, some of us forget how to behave and play well with others – particularly in the nurseries. Spring has …
A nostalgic take on Louisiana gardens Story and Photos by Jennifer Williams Creating a garden with a nostalgic look is a very personal project. The task of recreating a memory can be daunting but beautiful, as the process takes you back to the plants of your favorite memories. A tiny pink rose, tucked into the …
Choosing the best plants for your little piece of earth Story and Photos by Kristi Cook Gardening is a fairly simple affair. Provide the right location, the proper amendments, and adequate water and you’ll likely enjoy a good harvest. However, with a bit more planning, you can increase your garden’s success by selecting the best …
