C. L. Fornari's Blog

I Love Cymbopogon citratus aka Lemon Grass

Name:  Cymbopogon citratus aka Lemon Grass Type of Plant:   A tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. A culinary herb that’s easy to grow as an annual in colder climates. Why I Love this Plant: This herb is pretty grass, in a garden or in a pot. If you are interested...

Is This A Foxglove?

It is mid-May in my garden, and a time when biennials, weeds, and perennials are growing fast. It's also a time when I see posts on social media asking, "Is this a foxglove plant?" I love the biennial foxgloves, and right now they can be seen around my vegetable...

I Love Prunus maritima aka Beach Plum

Name:   Prunus maritima aka beach plum Type of Plant:   A native North American shrub that flowers in the spring. Hardy to zones 4-9 Why I Love this Plant:  Beach plums grow well in sandy, acidic soils and they thrive in the northeastern climate. They are a suckering...
A Postcard About Watering

A Postcard About Watering

Plants aren't really refreshed by squirting water on their leaves on a hot day...you're better off putting that water on their roots, not their leaves. In fact, unless they are new seedlings with small roots, you're...

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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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