C. L. Fornari's Blog

I Love Philodendron pinnatifidum × melinonii hybrid aka Philodendron Golden Crocodile

Name:   Philodendron pinnatifidum × melinonii hybrid aka Philodendron Golden Crocodile Type of Plant:  A yellow-green variety of Philodendron that’s native to Columbia, South America, and a pretty easy-to-grow houseplant in the rest of the world.   Why I Love This...

I Love The Buckskin Pumpkin From Ball Seed

Type of Plant:  A medium size, eating pumpkin that was bred for a sweet, deep orange flesh. Why I Love This Plant: I was pleased when the good people at Ball Seed sent me this pumpkin plant to try. We planted it in a sunny garden where we were also growing butternut...

Christmas Merchandise so EARLY?

I work at a family owned, independent garden center, and yes, we start putting out Christmas merchandise in early October. I see posts on social media about how horrible it is that stores are displaying the holiday goods before Halloween, and I just wish that I could...
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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