Category Archives: Fall/winter interest

Oakleafs deserve a second look

POSTED BY FRED — The big trucks will be snarling two-way traffic on Woodlawn Avenue this week, which is bad news for motorists but good news for those looking to spruce up their landscape with the latest shrubs. Among some … Continue reading

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One of Tina’s windowboxes for inspiration

POSTED BY KIM — I don’t know how she does it, but Tina’s genius in the container arena continues to awe and inspire me.  This is one she whipped up for the gift shop entrance…

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Survivors

POSTED BY CALEB

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Signs of life in my winter garden

 POSTED BY KIM — My backyard has been almost too soggy to walk through, but the front yard — with the concrete driveway — is perfect for perusing clumps of dead leaves and piles of snow.  But what’s this?    … Continue reading

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Daphnes are evergreen — who knew?

POSTED BY KIM — I admit, I wasn’t that familiar with the daphnes before planting a few last summer.  And it sounds like they are more of a connoisseur plant in St. Louis — they don’t like heavy clay, need … Continue reading

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Don’t be fooled — this peach is in great shape

POSTED BY KIM — Last summer I succumbed to the temptation of the dwarf Bonanza peach tree and potted one up in a four-season container, where it’s been living happily on my deck. I took a good look at it … Continue reading

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The low tonight is 10 degrees

POSTED BY KIM — Thank goodness the fairies can get out of the cold…

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Found this week on postsecret.com

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The winter beauty of dianthus, à la Holden Caulfield

POSTED BY KIM — I was going to write about how pretty Dianthus ‘Firewitch’ looks in the snow, but frankly, I’d rather write about the chocolate cookie I was eating when I walked by the plant, if you want to … Continue reading

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Quince Blossom

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