Savoring The Rain

Savoring The Rain

Today’s postcard reminds us that whether it’s to our liking or not, it’s a good policy to not make an enemy of the weather. And if we’re talking about a stretch of rainy days, it’s really not a good idea to complain, since we depend on...
Growing Vegetables in Containers

Growing Vegetables in Containers

This afternoon on The Garden Lady I will be interviewing Isabel Branstrom Product Development Manager for PanAmerican Seed, about Kitchen Minis™ We’ll be talking about growing smaller vegetables in containers. These plants are not only good for people who...
A Postcard From Lilacs

A Postcard From Lilacs

The common lilac varieties can grow 10 to 15 feet tall and wide, so place them where they can grow large. Lilacs make a good addition to a mixed shrub border in full sun. If a lilac is in too much shade it won’t flower well. Some varieties are prone to powdery...
A Postcard From Zinnias

A Postcard From Zinnias

In addition to the information on this postcards, Zinnias want you to know that it’s best to plant them in full sun and soil where there is good drainage. If you pick them frequently, they will continue to flower through the summer. Don’t stress about...
Perennials and Insects

Perennials and Insects

Tomorrow on The Garden Lady on WCAI the Postcard From Plants will be from perennial plants. They want to remind you to plant in groups for the best effect, and let the plants mingle.  I’ll be talking other perennial garden tips later in the show, but at the...
Welcome to Perennials!

Welcome to Perennials!

This week on The Garden Lady my guest is Kathy Tracey, plant lover and co-owner of Avant Gardens. Here are 8 tips for planting a perennial garden. Plant in groups of three or five. Unless a plant will spread quickly, like bee balm does, your garden will look better...
A Postcard From the Cutting Garden

A Postcard From the Cutting Garden

    Today on The GardenLady on WCAI we’re celebrating flowers for cutting. At the start of the program I’ll be speaking to Teresa Speight, author of Black Flora, about this beautiful and inspiring book.  I’ll also be speaking to Krishana...
A Postcard Invitation…

A Postcard Invitation…

This postcard from The Green Man is celebrating my guest on The Garden Lady on February 29th. It is my great pleasure to be speaking with Ellen Zachos, author of Mythic Plants – Potions and Poisons from the Gardens of the Gods.  
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