Mar 232022 Seed Sowing for Greenleaf GardenAll the different types of plants I'm starting from seed in my garden this year.
Jan 25Behind 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, 2021Umbels: 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, 2021Tips 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, 2021Designing with Ornamental GrassesWhether you love a modern, minimalist aesthetic or a wild, naturalistic garden style, ornamental grasses are a fabulous, dynamic addition...
May 28, 2021The 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, 2021Springtime 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, 2021Fun 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, 2021Best 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, 2021Made 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, 2021What 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, 2021Choosing 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, 2021Building 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, 2021Pet-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, 2021Starting 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, 2021Starting 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, 2021A 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, 2021Indoor: 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, 2021Planning 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, 2020What 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...
Oct 29, 2020What to Plant Now: Trees + ShrubsThese cools, autumn days are actually the ideal time to plant most woody trees and shrubs. Here's what I'll be planting this year.
Oct 21, 2020Top 5 Perennials for Autumn ColorLonging for more color in the garden this time of year? There is still time to plant for your favorite hues. Any of these late-season...
Oct 15, 2020Autumn Container InspirationThis fall, I'm diving into tons of projects to help us feel more settled and put our stamp on our new home. One of the big things on my...
Oct 7, 2020Planning Your Springtime Bulb ProgramIn all of the excitement of moving into our new home and with fall upon us, I've recently accumulated an absolutely absurd number of spring-
Sep 23, 20205 Plants for Dazzling Fall ColorPlant from this selection for guaranteed gorgeous fall color.
Sep 16, 2020Behind the Design | Carroll Gardens RooftopThese clients wanted to transform the bland and barren rooftop into a place where they could grill, lounge, and entertain.
Aug 26, 2020What to Plant Now: Autumn AnnualsAs flowering perennials die down for the season, filling in beds with fall-flowering annuals can keep your garden blooming a bit longer.
Aug 18, 2020Faux Indoor PlantsFrom dimly-lit rooms, to maxed-out to-do lists, faux indoor plants can be a great way to add some green into your home.
Jul 28, 2020Behind the Design | West Village BackyardFrom toe-stumping patio pavers to out-of-control vines, this tiny West Village space had a laundry list of problems that needed addressing.
Jul 22, 2020For the BirdsRegardless of the size of your outdoor space, here’s a rundown of ways you can increase the number of feathered friends who come by to visit
Jul 22, 2020Planting for PrivacyWhether you are in the city or the suburbs, creating privacy for an outdoor space is one of the most common design questions we face.
Jul 14, 2020What to Plant Now: Heat-Loving Summer AnnualsHere, we offer a selection of colorful, easy-to-plant options that’ll bring on the vibrancy and can take the heat, too.
Jul 8, 2020Behind the Design | Carroll Gardens BackyardConfronted with red-painted concrete and a chain link fence, our clients had two main priorities for their new garden: beauty + function.
Jun 23, 2020Night-Blooming FlowersCheck out these elusive nighttime bloomers and tips for incorporating them into your outdoor space.
Jun 23, 2020Terrariums: Bring Summer IndoorsFrom simple moss assortments to elaborate woodland tableaus, there are terrariums to suit all tastes, conditions, and skill-levels.
Jun 16, 2020What to Plant Now: Shade PlantsShade might seem like a liability when you want to grow flowers, but a low-light garden can still be full of blossoms and color.
Jun 10, 2020What to Plant Now: Pollinator-Friendly PlantsYou don’t need a huge, sunny meadow to create a garden that supports pollinators.
May 12, 2020What to Plant Now: EverythingMay is primetime for planting just about anything, so we’re highlighting some of this month's most prominent bloomers throughout the country
May 5, 2020What To Plant Now: HerbsNow is the time to plant your herbs! Read on for tips on keeping yours happy and well-paired.