Jan 8, 2009 | growing the spirit, Life's Gardens, my gardens, Pet Peeves
One of a friend’s pet peeves is when people say “No problem.” She’ll ask the waiter for more water in a restaurant, for example, and the waiter will respond “No problem.” as if getting her more water might be a problem. I’ve...
Nov 20, 2008 | Pet Peeves, plants I hate
It’s time to look at the plants in our landscapes with a clear eye. From foundation plants to the medians in parking lots, there are plants that are left in place for years after they have lost their attractiveness. Those malpruned junipers, hacked arborvitae...