Bainbridge Gardens
I recently visited Bainbridge Gardens, a beautiful and established nursery on Bainbridge Island. Never having been there before, I enjoyed exploring the trees and shrubs and the Christmas filled gift store. There was a room set up for do-it-yourself wreath making filled with Northwest greenery and color. It looked like a lot of fun. I missed the cafe, guess I’ll have to go back. … Continue reading Bainbridge Gardens
Thanksgiving Plants
I make my way through this cold November gloom. Days of darkness with only nine hours of daylight this month. Wistfully I remember beautiful, bright June with sixteen hours of sunlight. Seven extra hours of symbiosis with nature. Life was lengthened, twinkling. Now though it’s bleak. Cold and wet with colors of detritus: brown, slate gray, sepia and beige. But the fortunate turn of events … Continue reading Thanksgiving Plants
Schizostylis Adds Fall Color
Schizostylis is a welcome addition to the fall blooming collection. This perennial, also known as Kaffir lily or Crimson Flag, grows up to two feet tall and has a grass-like foliage. It is evergreen in warmer climates, but will survive down to USDA zone 7. It blooms in shades of pink, salmon and red with a delicate star shape and makes a long lasting cut … Continue reading Schizostylis Adds Fall Color
Wall Planting
We plant in the ground, on roofs and now on walls. This display from the 2011 Northwest Flower and Garden Show demonstrates a vertical planting design. I like it, green is good. Continue reading Wall Planting
Cold Frame
Trying to squeeze a few more fresh salads out of the season? A simple cold frame can help. Often made from recycled materials, they can protect tender plants from heavy rains and frosty nights. I took this picture at the Seattle Flower and Garden show this year (no, that’s not my yard!). Continue reading Cold Frame
Rainyleaf 