Perennially Yours Blog
Due to circumstances beyond my control, I was unable to show the internationally applauded A Chemical Reaction documentary at the 9th Great Gardens and Landscaping Symposium. This was a huge disappointment to many. Thankfully, I can make up for this at this symposium’s decade celebration. One of the gifts that each attendee will receive is this eye-opening documentary…
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Excitement is building for this decade celebration taking place April 12 – 14 at the world-class Equinox Resort (www.equinoxresort.com) in southern Vermont. As of today there are almost 80 people registered from around the Northeast; close to 1/3 of the 250 maximum. There are day-only rates as well as overnight symposium packages that include deluxe…
Read MoreDwarf Citrus Trees. Can you imagine how delightful it would be to harvest your own, home-grown citrus to enjoy at the table? Well, stop imaging! Dwarf citrus trees grown as indoor plants are becoming the rage. The keys for successfully growing an ‘indoor grove’ are lots of bright light and some humidity. They also need regular watering and periodic…
Read MoreNational Squirrel Appreciation Day Imagine my surprise when a friend told me about National Squirrel Appreciation Day slated for January 21. Since one’s persuasion towards squirrels can be in the same delicate arena as religion or politics, I’m won’t say which side of the squirrel fence I’m on. For those who adore and embrace these furry…
Read MoreBUS TRIP TO THE BOSTON FLOWER SHOW, THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’. Make plans now to join me and other garden enthusiasts for a bus trip to the Boston Flower & Garden Show on Thursday, March 14. This year’s show theme is Seeds of Change, featuring tips and inspirations for trying new plants, designs and techniques…
Read MoreFEBRUARY 2 GARDENING CLASSES ON SHADE GARDENING AND GROWING SUSTAINABLE, THRIVING FLOWER GARDENS I will be teaching two new gardening classes at Faddegon’s Nursery in Latham, NY on Saturday, February 2. The first is a revised and expanded Shade Gardening Class- Seeing Your Way Out of the Dark. This enlightening PowerPoint features design tips as well as…
Read MoreAs some of you know, I am looking forward to writing my next top ten lists gardening book. On Saturday, March 9, I will be teaching a new class at The Factory Eatery & Spirits Restaurant (www.factoryeatery.com) in Ballston Spa from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 A.M. The class is a preview of the book’s theme: Simplifying Gardens…
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This is a great month to give selected evergreens a ‘winter jacket’ to help protect them from Old Man Winter’s havoc. Climbing roses and bigleaf Hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla) can also benefit from additional insulation. Applying an anti-transpirante, also known as an anti-dessicant, reduces damage from drying winds, winter sun scorch and moisture depletion due to…
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This past year I started putting my PowerPoint presentations on CDs so that folks could purchase and take it with them after a lecture. That way they could click through the slides, which coordinate with the provided handout, and have the luxury of moving at their own pace and making more detailed notes in reference…
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As many of you know, I am a huge fan of saving time and money in the garden. So why not with holiday shopping? For the month of December I’m offering special sales on my two softcover books: The Ultimate Flower Gardener’s Top Ten Lists and Top Ten Lists for Beautiful Shade Gardens – Seeing…
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