Five ways to warm a winter garden
A few days ago I spoke to my friend who lives in Boston, and when I complained that my garden was taking a beating during
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Harmony in the Garden Blog
The Great Christmas Tree Chop
Note: This post is rated ‘R’ for violence Sometimes it seems my family lives to torment me – especially when it comes to choosing Christmas
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Looking at your garden with fresh eyes
As a designer, I’m often asked how I go about deciding how and where to begin when it comes to transforming a garden bed. While visualizing
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Creating harmony in the fall garden
There’s something magical about fall colors in the garden, isn’t there? My favorite time of year is the moment I open my front door and
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Refresh Your Garden Design Virtual Book Party!
I’m officially announcing the birth of my new baby…I mean book, Refresh Your Garden Design with Color, Texture & Form, and to celebrate you’re all invited to
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Shades of Gray in a No-Lawn Front Garden
I’m thrilled to announce that one of the gardens I designed for a client is featured in this month’s Sunset magazine. In today’s post, I
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Refresh Your Garden Design with Color, Texture and Form
I’m over-the-moon with excitement to announce that my new book, Refresh Your Garden Design with Color, Texture and Form is officially finished and will be available in
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Growing your own bean sprouts
In just a few days I’ll be saying goodbye to my daughter as she leaves for college, embarking on a new adventure in her life.
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Captivating Coprosmas
When spotting the smooth and shiny foliage of a colorful coprosma, it’s only a matter of seconds before my client asks ‘What IS that plant?’
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Roo Garden Apron Review and Giveaway
If you’re like me, you’ve probably returned from a supposedly quick and casual stroll through the garden with your shirt flipped up in an attempt
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Mixing flowers with succulents in Debra Lee Baldwin’s garden
There’s no doubt about it, Debra Lee Baldwin certainly knows her succulents. But while visiting her Escondido, CA garden again a few months ago, I
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Indoor Plant Decor – Book Party, Review & Giveaways
To celebrate the release of Kylee Baumle and Jenny Peterson’s new book, Indoor Plant Decor, you’re all invited to participate in their cyber book party
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