Great Landscapes start with a Great Design
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This week is Part two of my conversation with highly regarded landscape designer, author and teacher with a passion for plants and beautiful gardens, Jan Johnsen. In this episode we explore many of the ancient traditions Jan writes about in her book, Heaven is a Garden- Designing Serene Outdoor Spaces for Inspiration …Read more About “Jan Johnsen, Heaven is a Garden Part II”
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… It is all about October To Do‘s in the garden this week. Joining me in studio once again is Horticulturalist, Matthew Dressing. We discuss the best ways to prepare your garden and lawn for Winter, from weeds to leaves. We cover a lot of practical tips to help keep …Read more About “October To Do’s with Matthew Dressing, Horticulturalist”
Here’s what you should do this month: Remove spent summer flowering plants from containers and replace with Fall Blooming Mums or Ornamental Kale. Dispose of any diseased or infested plant debris, to avoid overwintering the problem. This is especially important with Peony’s this year. Cut them back and dispose of the moldy foliage. Continue to …Read more About “October Gardening To Dos”
A popular adage in the gardening world but I think it is a worthwhile reminder for all homeowners. The first year after planting means that the plant may appear to be sleeping but really it is the roots that matter! Making sure the plant gets good soil, enough water and even a good covering of mulch …Read more About “The Garden: The First Year, Plants Sleep, Second Year, They Creep & Third Year, They Leap!”
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This episode is all about evaluating your garden. September is a perfect time to evaluate your garden. I share some things to look for in your garden and make some suggestions for you to implement during the cooler fall temperatures and more importantly how to get a jump on Spring.
The ornamental trees that should be protected with burlap in the winter are Japanese Maples, especially the ones planted this past season. The best way to protect this tender tree is to water well into the fall. After its leaves have dropped put 4 wooden stakes in the ground around the perimeter of the tree …Read more About “Protect Japanese Maples With Burlap”
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This week, Jane Paradis from the Urban Nature Store joins me once again as my guest on the show. We discuss winter back yard bird feeding and all the things we can do to prepare for the season. Jane highlights all the needs the birds have this time of …Read more About “Winter Back Yard Bird Feeding”
“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This week is all about garlic! My guest is passionate garlic grower, Bryan Mailey. During the interview Bryan explains when the best time is to plant garlic as well as the best practices from soil to plant spacing and much more. Get all the details here so that you …Read more About “Garlic Gardening”
Perennials * This is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs. Shop early for best varieties. I recommend planting a majority of Daffodils or Alliums because the squirrels do not like those bulbs. * Before a frost is a really good time to divide and move perennials, especially for perennials like hostas, ornamental grasses and …Read more About “Top Tips For October Garden To Do’s”
The more I hear from people regarding their garden needs and wants and the more I research gardening for my newsletter and my gardening radio show, the more I realize that gardens are not just about plants. Birds, bees and other pollinators really should be an important part of the plan. I always say that …Read more About “Gardening Can Be For The Birds!”