Category Archives: Country Gardening

Advice, commentary and exploration

Narcissi & Tulips

It’s nice to have vases of flowers cut from my garden once again. I’ve missed having them. Above are some mixed, sweetly-scented Narcissi in a deep cobalt vase. Out front are a mix of Tulipa ‘Charming Beauty’ and Muscari ‘Valerie Finnis,’ … Continue reading →

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WPC: Liquid

WPC: Liquid

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Silent Sunday

WPC: Place in the World

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Silent Sunday

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Wordless Wednesday

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Happy Easter/Passover

Whether you are observing a holiday or not, I wish you a lovely weekend!

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Wordless Wednesday

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Vernal Equinox

For those of us in the northern hemisphere, the long-awaited Vernal Equinox is here at last. Even though my yard is still covered in snow and it is only 15F (-9C) as I write this, the sun is shining strongly … Continue reading →

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Biophilia

Biophilia, first termed in 1984 by E.O. Wilson, is defined as the innate human need to connect with nature. As most gardeners know, there are more benefits to gardening than just fresh produce and flowers. It is the sense of … Continue reading →

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Second Servings

The second stem of my Hippeastrum ‘Apple Blossom’ bloomed beautifully with the sun glittering upon its spun sugar petals and illuminating its lovely green throat.  Such a delight on a cold winter’s day.

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