Jun 28, 2011 | Inspiration, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – June 28 I spent the day on Nantucket, and had a wonderful time speaking at Bartlett’s Farm. I was wowed by Bartlett’s growing operation (veggies, herbs, and garden plants), impressed and thrilled to see Chris and Bob...
Jun 17, 2011 | Inspiration, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – June 17 I arrived home from work the other night, drained and tired, and was greeted by my entry garden. When someone says, “Gardening takes too much work,” or “How do you find the time?” I’ll try to remember this. Coming...
Jun 14, 2011 | Inspiration, Life's Gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – June 14 I was pleased to visit Helen’s delightful garden today. We spoke about the pleasure of seeing other gardeners’ landscapes, and how what comes through is the enjoyment that they take in their gardens. No matter what...
Jun 6, 2011 | Inspiration, Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – June 6 In preparation for a attending the annual croning ceremony held by the WomanSpirit group at church, I made some flower crowns. Every year we crown those who are being honored with a wreath of flowers. Over the years...
May 26, 2011 | Inspiration, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – May 26 Without thinking, answer this: If you don’t see the same shrub planted on either side of the front door, would this drive you crazy every time you pull into the driveway? Symmetrical people would always answer, “Yes.”...
Apr 28, 2011 | Inspiration, Life's Gardens, my gardens, Report From An Opinionated Gardener
Report From An Opinionated Gardener – April 28 I read a tweet tonight that was reminding people to space their plants to allow for future growth. I have blogged and spoken about the same topic many times, and yet recently I’ve come to think about spacing in...