My hubby, Jim and I have successfully created both small and large gardens. In today's post, I share what we have learned from our gardens, as well as helpful resources like gardening books and our local garden extension office. Understanding your site and selecting the right plants will help you create a beautiful garden, whether… Continue reading The Easy Garden
Category: Gardening
Coastal Modern Garden
Jim and I have transformed garden spaces before, including a much larger garden than the Coastal Modern home. We wanted to wait until the inside of the home was complete before we dug into the garden, plus winter is definitely the time to be outside in South Florida. As you can see from the picture… Continue reading Coastal Modern Garden
Garden Gifts
A garden gives many gifts. A warm breeze stirs the chimes to create a symphony with the soft buzz of nature. A reminder that we thrive with regular attention. A beautiful background for a life filled with love, joy, faith, and forgiveness. A reminder that good fertilizer helps us grow big and strong. A taste… Continue reading Garden Gifts
San Grato Parc – Lugano Switzerland
San Grato botanical gardens are a mecca for park visitors and plant lovers – particularly in April and May, when the azaleas and rhododendrons form a fragrant carpet. The San Grato gardens are situated above Lake Lugano on the hills of Carona, between Monte San Salvatore and Monte Arbostora. From Lugano, take a bus to… Continue reading San Grato Parc – Lugano Switzerland
A Garden Should Welcome a Soul
When we're not exploring the mountains, we enjoy spending time in our garden. As you can see, it's a very different environment than our property in Montana. We've chosen to fill our tropical garden with colorful plants and flowers that offer privacy and beautiful views. Layering native plants provides cover, berries and seeds for butterflies,… Continue reading A Garden Should Welcome a Soul