Frau Zinnie

  Caring for a houseplant or tending a garden helps me to focus my energy on the task at hand, and there is still plenty to do while the out...

It's that time again! Need a gift for the gardener but not sure what to get him or her? I've been on the lookout for gifts I eit...

Nothing could prepare me for the height that 'Islander' dahlia would reach this summer! The strong, sturdy stems were taller t...

Instead of worrying about raking leaves or cleaning out gutters, focus on the plants that are still blooming or can be repurposed for lon...

Garden "Clean-up:"  There's been a lot of talk through social media over the last few weeks about leaving portions o...

Every year I tend to sow my zinnia seeds too late for a summer show. But I usually get my act together around July, which ensures blooming ...

The heat and humidity have become a permanent reality in Connecticut, making it feel more like August than July. The cicadas have arrived, ...

This week's Floral Friday highlights photos taken during the week with my iPhone and shared via Instagram. I'm so happy that the iP...