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Here Are the Spring Bulbs I'm Planting This Fall
Here's the list of spring-flowering bulbs I'm planting this fall in front borders at Winterhill.
Oct 1, 20231 min read


Plant Lore: Tulips
One of the harbingers of spring, few flowers can compare to the vibrancy or the drama that surrounds the tulip.
Mar 19, 20232 min read


3 Essential Early-Spring Garden Tasks
Here are my 3 most essential gardening tasks to get your space in tip-top shape for the season ahead.
Mar 19, 20232 min read


Early Spring Update at Greenleaf Garden
From pruning shrubs to sowing seeds, here's what I'm up to in early spring in the garden at Greenleaf.
Mar 23, 20222 min read


2022 Seed Sowing for Greenleaf Garden
All the different types of plants I'm starting from seed in my garden this year.
Mar 23, 20221 min read

In the Kitchen: World's Best Strawberry Lemonade
Now that May flowers are blooming and warm weather is here, it's safe to say we're officially in picnic season. Which means it's also...
May 11, 20211 min read


Springtime Garden Maintenance Guide
If you haven't done so already, now is definitely the time to take care of springtime garden maintenance. The following guide to pruning,...
Apr 30, 20212 min read


Mother's Day Gift Guide
Beautiful (and comfy) PJ's from Printfresh Is there any mom out there who wouldn't love a new pair of comfy pjs or a colorful...
Apr 30, 20212 min read


Best Plants for Spring + Summer Fragrance
Bloomerang® 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 22, 20212 min read


The Lowdown on Mulch
From helping with soil temperature and moisture regulation to blocking out weeds, mulch is often considered a gardener's best friend. My...
Mar 25, 20212 min read


What to Plant Now: Spring-Blooming Perennials
With 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 25, 20212 min read

Managing + Planting Seedlings
Watering You may have noticed how quickly the seed-starting soil dries out. Those seedlings are thirsty! But be careful not to over water...
Mar 25, 20212 min read


Plant Lore: Horny Goat Weed
Barrenwort, Fairy Wings, Bishops Hat. There are plenty of benign names for this plant, but nothing grabs your attention quite like Horny...
Mar 22, 20211 min read


Prepping Your Garden for Spring
No matter the temperature outside, most of us are seeing sure signs of spring beginning to pop up here and there – not to mention the...
Mar 10, 20213 min read


Planning a Veggie Garden
Vegetable 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.
Jan 29, 20212 min read


Tips for a Healthier and More Eco-Friendly Lawn
A few simple tricks that'll go a long way in making your lawn a more sustainable part of your outdoor space . There's something to be...
Jan 15, 20211 min read


What to Plant Now: Shade Plants
Shade 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 16, 20202 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 28, 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

Book Club: Spring Picks
Already finished Becoming? Need a break from Jonathan Franzen? Here are three of our favorite garden-related reads for the season.
May 19, 20201 min read
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