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Gardeners take chances–and I took a chance on this beauty.
While shopping, if I happen upon something quite striking or unusual for the garden, I often buy it. I may not know where it will end up being planted. But I know that good plants don’t go unnoticed, so buy … Continue reading
You Can Grow That–beauty even in the rain
Even while getting caught in a downpour, there is beauty. Raindrops on lovely Lady’s Mantle, coupled with a nepeta. And you can grow that, too!!
Artistic, structural screening—You Can Grow That
I knew I would need to remove–eventually–a large evergreen that would clearly become too large in my front yard. It had been a useful screening plant for many years. Once it was down, I had to decide what to put in its’ … Continue reading
Wow–You can Grow That–learning about neat stuff!
While working in a new client’s garden today, I came across a very unusual plant. I believe it is from a bulb. The prior owner of this property was a plant enthusiast. The new owners appreciate their gardens—but–well—you know–it is … Continue reading
This charming sedum is a keeper!
This charming sedum was planted last year—and not only survived our last winter but is flourishing. I managed to find the tag: Sedum ‘Cape Blanco’. You can see the lovely bluish-grey tints but there’s some rosy pink highlights. Now that … Continue reading