Author Archives: pamelaphipps

This is a homemade water feature with an interesting metal stand, a deeper plastic saucer as the birdbath, a plastic tub submerged in the ground filled with water and a pump with the hose attached through a hole in the saucer.  … Continue reading →

It’s a grey and rainy night here on Cape Cod.   And see how the chartreuse of the potato vine and the Japanese forest grass really is brilliant in the evening. Reminds me of my mom’s advice to always wear bright … Continue reading →

Over the years I have struggled with my small hand tools and have misplaced several.  I have tried to wear a holster and an apron, but find that the tools fall out because I’m bending over so often. I tend … Continue reading →

I remember when I first became acquainted with lavendula ‘Provence’.  I was in Provincetown for the annual Secret Garden Tour, two years ago.  I enjoyed this lavender so much that I stopped on the way home and was able to find three … Continue reading →

I especially enjoy this part of the garden design process.  I search for stock that I would buy for myself, my intention being to really please my new client.  He may not know the difference but I am satisfied.  And that energy … Continue reading →