C. L. Fornari's Blog

What To Do With A Large Potato Harvest

My husband and I have about ten large (25 Gallon) Smart Pots that we use for growing potatoes every summer. We grow them in Smart Pots because we can place them outside of the fenced veggie garden since the bunnies don't eat the potato greens. Being in the bags...

I Love  Eupatorium perfoliatum aka Bonset

Name:  Eupatorium perfoliatum aka bonset Type of Plant:  A perennial native to north America that grows well in moist soils. Why I Love This Plant:  This is a lovely native wildflower when it’s growing in the right place. It can get to be 2 to 6 feet tall depending on...

I Love Pearly Everlasting aka Anaphalis margaritacea  

Name:   Pearly Everlasting aka Anaphalis margaritacea   Type of Plant:  A perennial native to north America with silvery foliage and long-lasting white flowers. This plant spreads stoloniferously, and does best in well-drained or even rocky soils. Thrives in full to...
I Love Star Magnolias

I Love Star Magnolias

Imagine: As you stare out your kitchen window you imagine how it would be to have a small tree centered in the yard so that you’ll see it in all...

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I Love Coleus

I Love Coleus

Imagine: You have a spot in the landscape where a large splash of color is needed. Preferably brilliant, show stopping color. It might be in the...

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I Love Bolero Carrots

I Love Bolero Carrots

Imagine: You’re in the mood for something that’s organic and garden-fresh. You want the intense flavor only found in freshly picked produce....

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Poetry Blocks

Poetry Blocks

If you care about words, poetry and spontaneous fun, you'll like Poetry For Your Table.  Eight wooden blocks imprinted with 48 words, and you'll be...

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I Love Poinsettias

I Love Poinsettias

Imagine: In this world where you can buy strawberries in the supermarkets all year round, and purchase roses or mums for an occasion no matter what...

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Plant Geeks R Us

Plant Geeks R Us

Do you love plants? Is there something about gardens that continues to draw you in no matter what? Join the tribe. Plant Geeks R Us. Some are...

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