Phlox offers a little bit of everything
At the turn of the 20th century, phlox was a mainstay in most gardens for its numerous varieties, soft colors and versatility. Its popularity faded after World War II as perennial gardens became viewed by many as too old-fashioned but has since made a comeback with...
Technology helping us to connect in pandemic
Keeping in touch in current times can be difficult with restrictions, but the pandemic has also shown the importance of reaching out to your loved ones. From the elderly living alone or in assisted living, college kids who aren’t able to easily travel home as often,...
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Lucky horseshoes
Many people collect old horseshoes and antique horse equipment, but what is the legend of the lucky horseshoe, and what are the Irish origins that still have people hanging a horseshoe above a door frame, even in modern times? The folklore surrounding the story of a...
Oregon Grape Holly a welcome guest
March is the beginning of spring when the sun crosses the equator and the earth begins to tilt toward the sun. The days get warmer and the earliest bulbs begin to bloom. Some plants just can’t wait that long, like our native Oregon Grape Holly, Mahonia aquifolium....
This is the time for preparation
March is the month of preparation. Take the time to prepare your garden for the growing season by checking soil pH and cleaning up winter debris is a perfect way to start. March is the best time for pruning trees and shrubs, especially for fruit and shade trees. If...
We’ve learned lifestyle changes
It has been a year this month since our lives changed and the idea of simple living became a mainstay out of necessity rather than choice. While I strive daily toward a more simple and fulfilling existence, I have often struggled with overfilling my calendar and to do...
Creativity hanging on by a thread
Before the trees at the Adkins Arboretum naturally show their color this year, a group of creative people are giving some an early burst through the center’s yarnstorming event. With aliases like yarn bombing, guerrilla knitting and “kniffiti,” yarnstorming is a form...
Displays say: ‘Love thy neighbor’
February on the Eastern Shore can be bleak; the sparkle and excitement of the holiday season have passed, and the dreary, gray winter days fade quickly into dark, chilly evenings. An uplifting sight, however, can be found on Talbot Street in St. Michaels every year...
