C. L. Fornari's Blog

I Love Phlebodium aureum aka Living Lace® Davana aka Blue Star Fern

Name:  Phlebodium aureum aka Living Lace® Davana aka Blue Star Fern Type of Plant:  Houseplant for most people, although it might live outdoors in warm places such as Florida and Puerto Rico. Why I Love this Plant:  A fern with ruffled edges and a bluish foliage...

I Love Cordyline fruticose Cultivars aka Ti Plant:

Name:   Cordyline fruticose cultivars aka Ti Plant: Type of Plant: Tropical plant that is evergreen where it’s hardy, with multi-colored leaves. Many varieties flower as well. Why I Love this Plant  Large, colorful leaves…what’s not to love? Ti plant does well in...

Not So Fond of Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’

98% of the plants featured here are plants I love. I’ve hated a couple in the past, but this week, but hate is a pretty strong word. Today, I’m talking about a plant that I never recommend to others. I’ve grown it in a few places, and let’s just say, I’m not very fond...
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,...

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Vegetable Garden in Late June

Vegetable Garden in Late June

We are finally at the time of year when I can walk into the garden and ask, "What's for dinner?" Lettuce, peas, broccoli rabe, and heads of broccoli...

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Tree Peonies

Tree Peonies

Imagine:  The early morning sun streamed into Karla’s yard as she stood with her morning coffee, contemplating the space around the patio. She...

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Growing Sunflowers

Growing Sunflowers

Imagine:  When I first moved to Poison Ivy Acres the front entry to the house was a lawn. That’s all, just a lawn. I knew I wanted a flower garden...

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Cook Every Day

Cook Every Day

One of my favorite things is a linen dishtowel from Studio Patro, in San Francisco. I don’t know if they still make it, but if not you should email...

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Hellebore House

Hellebore House

People who live in neighborhoods with sidewalks are so lucky. It's easy to walk past area yards and gardens, and appreciate plantings that might...

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Spring Equinox

Spring Equinox

Today is the first day of spring. In some parts of the world spring weather has come and gone. In others it is in full bloom, while in the more...

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