
One thing I wish I knew more about is using herbs for lotions, potions, tonics and such. Talk about connecting to our agrarian past. I

With spring transitioning into summer it is time to start packing away my sweaters, coats, hats and scarves. This is one of two occasions that

A long soak in the tub is a nice treat after working outdoors. It’s even better with homemade bath salts made with herbs harvested from

I’ve taken advantage of vertical surfaces in my small vegetable garden to grow more plants. This simple fence wire trellis enables me to grow blackberries

The Garden Home Retreat sits on a hill that slopes toward the Arkansas River. This feature of the landscape offers a breathtaking view, but also

While some homeowners prefer property that is as flat as a pancake, as a garden designer, I find that a few ups and downs add

If you want to give texture, pattern and rhythm a try in your garden, here’s a project you’ll be interested in. I created an entry

As I was taking my recycle bin out the other day I noticed that I had quite a few nice blue bottles. It seemed a

One of my favorite summer annual vines is the gourd. It’s a super easy plant to grow from seed. The vine’s large leaves add interest

This whimsical character is easy to put together. You just need a few materials and some imagination! Materials 1 stake 6 feet long (support) 1