Monthly Archives: February 2013

Microgreens, about a week old. Microgreens are easy to grow under lights or on a sunny windowsill. Learn how in the article How to Grow Microgreens. Those delicate, miniature greens decorating your chef-prepared restaurant meal may not only look beautiful … Continue reading →

This year’s Vermont Farm Show in Essex Junction showcased the remarkable range of farm products raised, crafted and sold in the state and, in some cases, nationwide. Here’s a sampling of vendors at the show. Can you guess what this … Continue reading →

The entrance to the children’s garden at Shangri La Botanical Garden in Orange TX, is…well, entrancing. Slideshow: Photos from Felder Rushing’s collection of bottle trees from around the world. Bottle Tree People are so misunderstood… Unlike my Pink Flamingo friends, … Continue reading →

Last week, we had a contest on Facebook called Ready, Set, Sow! On our short entry form, we asked, “What seeds will you be sowing this year?” We got lots of feedback, including: Tomatoes and lots of them! Lots of … Continue reading →

What happens when a skilled decorator turns to gardening? Blogger/decorator Kelly Elko of EclecticallyVintage.com took a $7 thrift shop dresser and turned it into a striking centerpiece for her patio. The project was simple. She gave the dresser a fresh … Continue reading →

This combination features New Guinea impatiens, a type of impatiens that is not affected by the disease. Featured plants: Infinity White New Guinea impatiens, variegated sweet flag (Acorus gramineus), white licorice plant (Helichrysum petiolare) and Green spice heuchera. Photos: Courtesy … Continue reading →