The weather has been really hot and muggy recently – almost too hot to work outside in the garden. However, the weeds are really flourishing, especially the goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria), and it has taken over in some areas. There’s so much to be done, and I’m reminded every time that I look at our garden … Continue reading Colorful Daylilies in the July Garden →

National Rose Month was first observed in 1959 when efforts were made to pass a bill to designate the rose as the national flower. However, the rose wasn’t made the national flower until 1986 when President Ronald Reagan made it official. National Rose Month recognizes that June has long been considered the ideal month for … Continue reading June is National Rose Month →

Amazingly, unexpected “frost-and-freeze” weather warnings seem to have recently become the major topic of discussion among our local gardeners. Many have covered their emerging plants with plastic or fabric row covers, or brought their seed-starting containers indoors or into their garages, porches or even greenhouses. We are reminded that in 1977, “snow continued to fall … Continue reading A Cool Season For Sure! →

Even though there’s pollen everywhere, when we venture outside it’s exciting to see what’s going on in the garden as the month of May makes its arrival. Sadly, most of our daffodil blossoms have gone by, but they really put on quite a show this year! Especially lovely has been the enjoyment of our neighbor … Continue reading Spring is Blooming →