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Garden Journal
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On Waterlily Dahlias
Waterlily dahlias have a shape that is hard to ignore. Broad, open petals layer outward from the center, creating flowers that feel closer to peonies than traditional dahlias. Romantic but...
On Waterlily Dahlias
Waterlily dahlias have a shape that is hard to ignore. Broad, open petals layer outward from the center, creating flowers that feel closer to peonies than traditional dahlias. Romantic but...
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Where the Garden Begins
The garden begins earlier than we expect. This is the time of year when many artisan seed and tuber sources release their offerings — deliberately — for those already planning...
Where the Garden Begins
The garden begins earlier than we expect. This is the time of year when many artisan seed and tuber sources release their offerings — deliberately — for those already planning...
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When the Garden Comes Inside
Winter changes the relationship we have with the garden. What was once immediate becomes distant. Beds empty. Borders settle. Branches bare. And yet, the desire to stay connected doesn’t disappear...
When the Garden Comes Inside
Winter changes the relationship we have with the garden. What was once immediate becomes distant. Beds empty. Borders settle. Branches bare. And yet, the desire to stay connected doesn’t disappear...
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Camellias: Winter’s Magic
There is something quietly astonishing about a camellia in winter. When much of the garden has shifted to structure and shadow, camellias bloom without much attention. Their flowers are full...
Camellias: Winter’s Magic
There is something quietly astonishing about a camellia in winter. When much of the garden has shifted to structure and shadow, camellias bloom without much attention. Their flowers are full...
