My new favorite plant
I like all my indoor plants. I have a shelf-load of African violets that bloom like crazy in a north-facing window. I love begonias, with...
Life is tough for songbirds in winter: Give them some energy!
Don’t forget that a few hardy songbirds hang around during the winter months, even in the coldest climates. Life gets tough when water...
Caring for your Gorgeous Christmas Tree
If you aren’t quite ready for the tree trimming festivities, trim about ¼-inch from the bottom of the trunk and put the tree in a bucket...
How to Choose a Gorgeous, Long-Lasting Christmas Tree
I know there are plenty of good reasons for artificial trees, and some faux trees are deceptively “real.” We’re lucky here in the Pacific...
Ornamental Kale and Cabbage: Gems of the Winter Garden
Nothing lights up the winter garden like ornamental cabbage and kale. Plant kale or cabbage in groupings, along borders, or in...
Bucket o' Greens for Christmas!
Some of us have that special flair. Some of us (I’m not one of them) make awe-inspiring holiday decorations and floral arrangements with...