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Landscape-y Day Trips
Staycation and pandemic-friendly day trips that offer fun for the whole family and also feed my obsession with plants.
Aug 11, 20202 min read


3 Tips for Better Summer Tomatoes
Follow these three simple tips to ensure your tomatoes come out looking and tasting picnic perfect.
Jul 7, 20202 min read


The Buzz: What Really Keeps Mosquitoes Away?
One of the most common queries we get each season is how to get rid of mosquitoes.
Jul 7, 20202 min read


In the Kitchen: Dessert Herbs
Got an abundance of fresh herbs? Check out these delicious dessert recipes which put them to perfect use.
Jun 30, 20201 min read


It's Time to Deadhead Your Roses
Eager for another flush of rose blossoms? Follow along with Kat as she walks you through how to deadhead your roses.
Jun 30, 20201 min read


Pruning Lilacs
While it might feel counterintuitive, yearly pruning is key to promoting stronger growth and more prolific flowering in your lilacs.
Jun 22, 20201 min read


Garden History Spotlight: David Williston
An accomplished teacher, horticulturist, and designer, David Williston (1896–1962) was also a pioneer in the field of landscape architecture
Jun 9, 20201 min read


Plant Rx: Hydrangea Won't Bloom
Typically a show-stopper, a hydrangea bereft of blooms can be frustrating and perplexing. Here are some things to watch for.
May 28, 20201 min read


Springtime Lawn Care (Feed + Seed)
If you haven’t already, it’s not too late to feed and seed your lawn. Here are our tips for a healthy lawn.
May 27, 20201 min read


Weekend Weeding
Now is the time to get ahead of the weeds before warming temps send them into overdrive. If overwhelmed, start with a small section first.
May 19, 20201 min read


Indoor: Fresh Flowers
A fresh bouquet feels like a lovely indulgence whether you’ve had one delivered, picked up at the market, or snipped from your own garden.
May 18, 20201 min read


Plant Lore: Tulip Tree Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Tulip-shaped flowers and uniquely shaped leaves aren't all that make this native tree a standout.
May 11, 20201 min read


Plant Lore: European Beech (Fagus sylvatica)
In the age of e-books and bookshelves organized by color, it can be hard to remember that early publications were written on tree bark.
May 4, 20201 min read


Indoor Plant Spotlight: Pilea
We're highlighting indoor plant-favorite, Pilea. Learn why we love this adorable plant.
May 4, 20201 min read


Top 5 Trees + Shrubs With Beautiful Bark
Since it's winter and most plants are dressed down to their barest, it's the perfect time to gather a list of plants with beautiful bark.
Feb 10, 20201 min read


Design Hack: Covering an Ugly Concrete Patio
What to do with an ugly concrete patio? I have two go-to solutions that check a lot of boxes on our clients (and our) wish list.
Aug 6, 20192 min read
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