"Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall", (to quote Carole King!), garden architecture provides interest for every season. Often we don't prioritize hardscapes when laying out garden plans...possibly because of the cost and/or a desire for an instant garden of greenery and flowers. Finding the right balance between hardscapes (pathways, arbours, retaining walls and I've included fountains… Continue reading A fountain for all seasons…
Month: January 2022
Decorating trends for 2022…
By now most of us have the Christmas tree down and all remaining holiday decor packed away for another year. If you are like me, this is a welcome chore and I always look forward to having a clean slate again. It seems like when the garden is put to bed for the winter (around… Continue reading Decorating trends for 2022…
Best laid plans…
The thing about New Year's resolutions is that it's usually wishful thinking for me! As a matter a fact, I have given up making them, instead, I just keep my head buried in the now and like Scarlet, I'll think about it on another day. I have a New Year's ritual of cleaning and organizing, but… Continue reading Best laid plans…
Perfection in the nature…
I love winter and, in particular, snow...I'm sure I'm in the minority on this! Yes, it's been bitterly cold and driving on icy roads is a nightmare, but the beauty that surrounds us is impossible to ignore A winter garden is more beautiful (my opinion!), than when in full bloom at the height of summer.… Continue reading Perfection in the nature…