I Love Nepeta ‘Walkers Low’
Name: Nepeta racemosa ‘Walkers Low aka walkers low catmint Type of Plant: A perennial for full sun that flowers from late-May into July in the northeast. Hardy in zones 4-8 and growing to 2 feet tall and 2.5 feet wide. Why I love this: There are several reasons I...
Grace and the Unexpected
Last week I returned home after being with my mother at the end of her life. It was, of course, a time of great sadness and reflection. Once home, I walked though my gardens and the plantings in my “loggery” garden caught my eye. I’d planned this...
I Love Hemerocallis ‘South Seas’
Name: Hemerocallis ‘South Seas’ aka the South Seas daylily Type of Plant: A perennial for full sun that flowers from mid-July into August. Hardy in zones 3-9 Why I love this: I love plants with a clear coral color in the garden. Coral blends well with yellows,...
Attractive Critter Protection
The area under a bird feeder is a heavily traveled zone. Birds, squirrels, chipmunks, fox and wild turkeys are routinely seen under my feeder and I’m sure there are other critters who pass through that I’m not even aware of. We put a patchwork patio in...
In Praise of Alliums
Last May I had the pleasure of being in P. Allen Smith’s gardens at Moss Mountain. (Bucket list advice: attend a workshop or go on one of his open days. His gardens are a must-see experience, and Little Rock is a must-visit location. GO.) Several of his flower...
My Veggie Garden Problem Solvers
This is the time of year when many of my callers/clients are asking “What’s wrong with my_______?” Fill in the blank with the vegetable plant of your choice. The following question is, of course, “And what should I do about it?” We all...
I Love Physocarpus ‘Center Glow’
Name: Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Center Glow’ aka the center glow ninebark. Type of Plant: A large, fountain shaped shrub that’s hardy in zones 2–8. Deciduous, drought tolerant and native to North America. Grows best in full sun but will tolerate as little as 4 hours...
Early June In Bloom
Here are the plants that are catching my eye at Poison Ivy Acres the first week of June. In June a garden explodes. We who tend these landscapes are very busy, weeding, editing and planting. But it’s important that we take the...
Spaghetti Squash With Mushrooms
I cook spaghetti squash in the microwave. And I think it’s especially tasty (and easy!) when served with mushrooms, some sort of onion, olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Ingredients: 1 Spaghetti squash Mushrooms of your choice Either scallions, leeks, or onions...