Using Your Winter Eyes
In winter everything gets stripped down to its very essence and becomes sculptural. Details and views hidden by summer leaves are revealed. Structure, form and the quality of light and atmosphere become the stars of the show. By using the cues that nature gives us, we can fill our yards with winter beauty. “
Finding Your Perfect Christmas Tree
To help you in your quest for the perfect Christmas tree, we've put together a short slide show featuring some of this year's options. We've included information on the old favorites, as well as some of the more unique choices available today.
Finding The Perfect Christmas Tree
Before you head out to buy this year's Christmas tree, take a few minutes to consider which characteristics are most important to you. It will make the final decision so much easier.
Color in the Winter Garden
The color of a winter garden is never going to rival the boundless vibrancy of spring and summer or even the mellow richness of fall gardens. However, adding splashes of vivid colors to the winter landscape can help lift your spirits and energize your life just when you need it most.
Low Maintenance Landscaping
By Sandra Nelson
As much as I love gardening, I absolutely HATE the mindless, time-consuming and oftentimes expensive routine maintenance chores involved in taking care of a traditionally landscaped yard. Rather than a place to relax and unwind, the idealized suburban landscape of perfectly manicured turf, neatly edged walkways and precisely pruned shrubs can easily …
Visit A Tropical Paradise -- In Your Own Backyard
By Sandra Nelson If a trip to the tropics isn’t in the plan this summer, why not create a tropical paradise in your own backyard? Using these 7 design tips from the experts, you can have the perfect place to relax and unwind. KEEP IT LUSH The idea of a lush …
New Jersey Tea: A Must Have For Your Garden
By Sandra Nelson New Jersey Tea Picture masses of gorgeous, pure white flowers hosting visits from dozens of brightly colored butterflies and a delicate fragrance filling the air. Even better, picture that idyllic scene on the rocky hillside in your yard where …
Doublefile Viburnum: A Must Have For Your Garden
Reminiscent of a dogwood tree, the doublefile virburnum, “Mariesii” is a true spring beauty. Like so many of the old-fashioned favorites, doublefile viburnum is staging a …
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