When we think of fall color, we almost always think about trees and shrubs. However, there are a number of great perennials who strut their stuff in a whole new way when the temperatures drop. Wild Geranium, also goes…
I will just say right now that I hate the phrase ‘whimsy’ as, to me, it’s just a polite way of saying “tacky”. That’s probably because of all the design styles for gardens, a ‘whimsical’ style using re-purposed…
Otherwise known as a ‘Plant’ation Privacy Screen. Like many of you, I saw the original idea for this project in Sunset Magazine, though I am sure the designer who created it was not the first to do this, she…
The 1st annual Gala Fundraiser event was held on Saturday night for Conservation Garden Park and it seems to have been quite a successful event. I am rather relieved it’s over as I participated in several capacities and I’m…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve driven down I-15 through Kayesville you’ve probably seen the signs for the Utah Botanic Center. You’ve probably even thought about stopping by someday- and you’re probably on your way somewhere else and don’t…
Succulent Living Wreaths
I am very fortunate to work for an awesome garden where they let me explore all kinds of interesting planting ideas. We have our very first fundraising gala event coming up in a few weeks and I’ve been hard…
Invite pollinators into your garden and enjoy the fruits of their labors with healthy plants and a bounteous crop!…
It’s true that you can have a wonderful, lawn-free landscape BUT it also requires careful design in order to ensure you don’t end up with a cluttered, hot mess! Why is designing a lawnless landscape so challenging? Well, to…
Do you find yourself outside gardening and need to retrieve something from the house but don't want to go through the pain of doffing and donning your shoes from muddying your house? …
If you are looking to up your game in the garden, there are a number of free community classes being offered around the Wasatch Front as well as down South over the coming months. Here’s a look at the…