Euphorbia Euphoria
In early spring, it’s safe to say I’m in a state of ‘euphorbia euphoria.’ Clusters of otherworldly chartreuse flowers hover above many other perennials just
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Pretty Primroses
Nothing says ‘spring is on its way’ like seeing row after row of pretty primroses arrive at the nursery. The botanical name of a primrose
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An Elderflower Cordial from my Elderberry Tree
Today I’m sharing a delicious elderflower cordial recipe, compliments of my elderberry tree. But first, a little info about this magnificent native plant that I
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Grevilleas for a Drought-Tolerant, Deer-Resistant Garden
Why do I love grevilleas for drought-tolerant, deer-resistant gardens? Let me count the ways: 1. They take 100-degree days in the full sun like a
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Geraniums and Pelargoniums in My Garden
Geraniums and pelargoniums may look fragile and delicate, but they’re actually some of the hardest working plants in my garden. Why? They’re ignored by browsing
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Lupine Meadow at Lake Tahoe
Every few years, when the conditions are just right, this meadow is filled with thousands and thousands of lupines. I just so happened to be
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Flowering Quince & Pipevine Swallowtails
It’s almost spring and there’s lots happening in the garden right now, but I have to say the flowering quince and pipevine swallowtails are stealing
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Rosemary in the Garden
A designer once told me she never plants rosemary in her garden because it’s too common. Huh?
Of course, everyone has a right
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Four Seasons of Salvias
Yes, you read that right – I have FOUR seasons of salvias in my garden. Now keep in mind, I live in a temperate zone-9
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Fabulous Francoa – for the dry shade garden
Francoa ramosa is one of my favorite perennials for dry shade. I’ve had them grow equally happy in fairly deep shade to bright shade, requiring
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Ornamental Oxalis in the Garden
I LOVE ornamental oxalis in the garden! Before you all think I’ve lost my mind, I’m not talking about the horribly invasive oxalis weed that
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Foxtail Lily Frenzy
I’d like to introduce you to my new obsession , which my husband lovingly calls my Foxtail Lily Frenzy (aka: eremurus ‘Oase’.) I’ve wanted to
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