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tnt1066

Columbus, OH, US
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A child of the sixties, I am a genuine, dyed-in-the-wool tree hugger. I spend every possible moment outside in my own garden, my daughter's garden, or one of the many Columbus metro parks.
I owned a floral shop/greenhouse/nursery for 24 years, specializing in rare herbaceous perennials. The time I spent there ingrained even more deeply my love of plants.
Currently I have 11 grandchildren (never know when another will pop up!)with whom I am sharing my affinity for the earth.

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Growing Like Weeds....

Sep 3, 2009

My grandchildren love to spend time in the garden with Grandma and Mommy...

Classic Combos

Sep 3, 2009
1 comment

This gold and purple bed is a rich pallette, sparkling in the sun.  Both annuals and perennials abound, drawing the visitor in.


Recent comments


Re: Win a copy of Designer Plant Combinations!

When starting a new bed, I usually already have some boundaries in mind: maybe I have a color scheme or a purpose (like attracting hummers or hiding an ugly gas meter). Then I search for cultivars that appeal to me and suit the site... the right height, hardiness, colr, etc. Fine Gardening and other web sites help me in that search. I also visit a lot of gardens to see the plants in action in my zone to be sure they will perform in my garden.
But sometimes I just fall in love at first sight with a plant, and throw everything I know about plantsmanship to the wind. If I really NEED the plant, then I will make a home for it in my garden and do whatever it takes to help it be happy.
The biggest challenge for me is limiting myself to what will FIT into my over-crowded garden! Often I have to dig up something that has been a beloved member of the family for years and find it a home with friends or family in order to fit my newest treasure into the 'tendered chaos' I call a garden!

posted: 10:18 pm on October 23rd  

Re: Foliage, Textures & Blooms

Really bold!! Love it- it pops!

posted: 10:25 am on September 3rd