Chives, Onion’s Little Brother

Chives are part of the culinary herb garden, but can be tucked in anywhere – pots, edges, odd corners of a flower bed. They are easy to grow and easy to harvest, as well as being pretty and polite. They grow from small bulbs and can be multiplied by simply digging up a bit of the clump and replanting in the desired location. The leaves are chopped for a bright green garnish and they add a hint of onion...

Alchemilla Mollis, Lady’s Mantle

Alchemilla Mollis, Pleasant Partner-Experienced gardeners often rave over Alchemilla mollis. It is also a favorite among flower arrangers. Perhaps the velvety green leaves with their full moon scalloped edged shape, or maybe the fine filigree filler of the flowers that are the distinct chartreuse color that is bright, yet blends so well. Whatever the draw, this is a very choice plant for your garden. Such pretty...

Pruning Lavender

I found this very helpful video on pruning lavender and giving it a good start in your garden. Enjoy!Like my page? buy me a coffee :)...

Marjoram

Origanum majorana, sweet marjoramMarjoram is one of the herb garden residents who manage to find a place in your heart. It doesn’t start out that way. The appearance is a bit olive drab, their kitchen use is not as in demand as other high profile herbs, but over time you may find an attachment to this soft spoken planting. It is sometimes used in the mix of the Herbes de Provence, which are a blend of...

Sweet Woodruff

Galium odoratum, beautiful groundcover Another sweet smelling plant, this time for a groundcover. Sweet woodruff makes a beautiful base for trees or shrubs -which is how my mother grew it. I took a start, a bit of rooted section (the best way to multiply this plant), and planted it beneath my roses on the east side of the house. This plant has everything I like in a plant, fresh green foliage, pretty blooms,...