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Author: Katherine Laughlin
P. Allen Smith’s Top Picks: Plants to Gift for Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the pressure to find the perfect gift for your loved one can sometimes feel overwhelming. While chocolates and flowers are classic choices, why not consider something that lasts longer and brings a touch of nature indoors? This year, I’m thrilled to share my favorite plants to gift for Valentine’s Day, each one chosen for its beauty and symbolic meaning.
What To Do With Your Holiday Cactus: A Guide to Year-Round Care
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) The holiday season brings a plethora of delightful traditions, and for many, the holiday cactus has become a festive staple. Known
Twin Sister Gatehouse Cottages: A Beacon of Sustainable Architecture at Moss Mountain Farm
The heart of every thriving farm lies not just in its lush landscapes and flora, but also in the architectural brilliance that aids in harmonizing
A Journey of Inspiration: My Trip to Cashiers, North Carolina for the Cashiers Designer Showhouse Event
I recently had the joy of visiting the charming town of Cashiers, North Carolina, where the annual Cashiers Designer Showhouse event unfolded as a feast for the eyes and soul. Celebrating its 26th anniversary, the event serves as a vital fundraiser for the Cashiers Historical Society. Designers transformed a luxurious custom-built home into a masterpiece of color, texture, and light, offering attendees a glimpse into the limitless possibilities of interior design. The highlight of my trip was sharing stories and insights at the Canyon Kitchen at Lonesome Valley—an exchange that reminds me how sharing creativity enriches us all.
Glin Castle on the banks of the Shannon
With St. Patrick’s Day next week, I am daydreaming about Ireland. I enjoyed attending the late 29th Knight of Glin, Desmond FitzGerald’s lecture stateside about
Housing 2.0: A Disruption Survival Guide
Earlier this year, I was honored to be asked by Sam Rashkin, founder of the Housing 2.0 program, to contribute to his latest book ‘Housing
Health Benefits of Gardening
I’ve always sensed that gardens have a magical quality. Perhaps this is why I’ve spent a lifetime visiting, studying and designing them. Many are beautifully arresting while others, such as those focused on food, are highly productive. I’ve found some of the smallest or those assembled by ‘amateurs’ or enthusiasts to be some of this most compelling.
Growing Okra
We plant okra every year at Moss Mountian and this year I got a little carried away.
Herrington
Previous Next Herrington Estate The Garden At White Gates I’ve often said that designing a garden for someone is a very personal act of creativity.
The Place Where the Grass Grows Tall
May is a beautiful month for most of us no matter where we live. For the most part, we have skated past the last threats