Mar 231 min2022 Seed Sowing for Greenleaf GardenAll the different types of plants I'm starting from seed in my garden this year.
Jan 252 minBehind the Design | A Shared Rooftop Garden Grows in BrooklynTough environmental conditions, limited space and the need for balance were the ultimate challenges for this shared rooftop garden.
Jul 1, 20212 minUmbels: The Secret Ingredient to Your Wildflower or Cottage GardenFrom envy-inspiring Instagram accounts to swoon-worthy pictures on Pinterest, it seems like wildflower and cottage gardens are on...
Jun 20, 20213 minTips for Keeping Mosquitoes at BayIt's the number one complaint I get from people regarding their outdoor spaces – too many mosquitoes. To help make your space a more...
Jun 12, 20213 minDesigning with Ornamental GrassesWhether you love a modern, minimalist aesthetic or a wild, naturalistic garden style, ornamental grasses are a fabulous, dynamic addition...
May 28, 20212 minThe Pear Tree BorderGreenleaf Garden is starting to take shape. We've cultivated a healthy lawn and started our raised veggie + cutting garden. The next item...
May 21, 20212 minSpringtime Container RoundupMy four favorite indoor and outdoor planters for springtime. Abelia Flat Ceramic Planter in Gray via Bloomist For a smaller indoor plant...
Apr 30, 20212 minFun with FernsOne of my favorite plants for both form and texture is the fern. I use them often and abundantly in the garden, but they are also wildly...
Apr 22, 20212 minBest Plants for Spring + Summer FragranceBloomerang® Lilac There is a lot to love about April and May, especially if you have a garden. On the top of my list is the irresistible...
Apr 13, 20212 minMade for ShadeSunny summer days are just around the corner, which means it's time to think about staying cool. A good shade over your lounge area or...
Mar 25, 20212 minWhat to Plant Now: Spring-Blooming PerennialsWith the start of spring, as bulbs pop up and plants break their dormancy, I always feel a rush of excitement to fill in gardens with as...
Mar 17, 20212 minChoosing Plants for Your GardenPick your style First things first. Choose a style or theme for your garden before embarking on a planting adventure. Perhaps you love...
Mar 15, 20214 minBuilding Your Own Raised BedsNow that our yard is fenced and our lawn is growing in, we're starting our first proper garden project: raised vegetable beds. While...
Mar 8, 20212 minPet-Friendly Indoor PlantsIn case you've got a furry friend (or in our case, 5), sharing your home with you, here are some of my favorite pet-safe plants to safely...
Feb 19, 20213 minStarting from ScratchThe journey of designing a garden is different for every space, but I find that they all start off much in the same way. Since I'm...
Feb 15, 20214 minStarting Your Seeds IndoorsOnce you've planned out your garden beds for the season, and purchased your seeds, it's time to get them planted up and ready to sprout!...
Feb 7, 20212 minA Quick + Easy Guide to Buying SeedsWhether you're looking to add some unique new flowers to your garden, or planning out your raised veggie beds, here are a few tips...
Feb 2, 20211 minIndoor: Low-Light Plant StarsWhether it’s a dim corner away from the window or a tabletop in a north-facing room, these two plants can brighten any corner.
Jan 29, 20212 minPlanning a Veggie GardenVegetable gardens do require a bit of planning so here's a rundown on the basics of planning yours and a glimpse of what we'll be growing.
Nov 11, 20201 minWhat to Plant Now: Winter VeggiesBetween the uptick in home-grown everything and the fact that many folks have been quarantining, 2020 has truly been the year of the...