playing favorites
Playing Favorites: The unfairly maligned Lady Violet
She’s beautiful, assertive, even edible — what’s not to love?
Karen Templer
books
Read This: ‘North Woods’ by Daniel Mason
A novel for plantspeople and nature lovers — among other things.
links
Make bugs not war
Thoughts (and links) on why and how to cultivate insect life.
plant list
On My List: Early Bloomers
Gorgeous native alternatives to my favorite imported bulbs.
almanac
March ’26: It’s all happening!
Goodbye asphalt, hello leaflets — things are finally in motion.
playing favorites
Playing Favorites: Pride of Madeira
This bit of garden nostalgia is also a cautionary tale.
links
Linking About: ‘Nature amnesia,’ ‘Glorians,’ ‘Chop and drop’ ...
... and lots more insightful and inspiring links to explore.
plant list
On My List: Ferns, finally!
The actual dream.
books
Book Shelf: “The Essential Garden Book”
Terence Conran and Dan Pearson’s follow-up to the legendary House Book.
courtyard
Garage wall planting plan
Creating a 4-season focal point.
almanac
February ’26: Winter is long for a gardener
Spring may be coming, but planting season is still so far away!
links
Watch This: ‘Earth, I Thank You’
On ‘the Garden and Legacy of Anne Spencer,’ Harlem Renaissance poet.