Bring Organic Forms into the Garden
For all the time and effort we humans put into building our cities, we often jump at the chance to “escape” to nature. We find beaches, oceans, rivers, lakes, forests, and mountains to be calming, peaceful, and grounding. Part of that attraction has to do with the...
Low Hanging Fruit
Q: How can I add color to my garden without going with traditional flowers? –Tricia, Raleigh, NC SB: One of the great ways is through fruits and berries, particularly blueberries. What’s great about them is that they’re not only ornamental—there’s nothing better than...
The Art of Collecting Statuary and Importance of Placement
Q: I love the idea of garden art, but can’t seem to commit to an actual piece. How can I chose the right one? –Judy, Austin TX SB: Here’s the tricky thing: buying art for the garden is like buying any other art: you need to search it out. You can’t just go out and say...