An Urban Garden Work of Art

An Urban Garden Work of Art

This Lawrenceville garden is an uban oasis, filled with wonderful plants.

The Hidden Life of Trolls at Phipps from PTL

The Hidden Life of Trolls at Phipps from PTL

The Hidden Life of Trolls at Phipps is an amazing display. It’s a fun Summer Flower Show.

Tribute to Pearl With a Pearl Bush: A Memorial Garden to Honor Loved Ones

Tribute to Pearl With a Pearl Bush: A Memorial Garden to Honor Loved Ones

May 5, 2021 When I posted a picture of my pearl bush (Exochorda) in full bloom on my Facebook page, Karen Tarr commented, “OMG, I have one blooming in honor of my mom, whose name was Pearl. Love the bush.” I reached out to Tarr,…

Free plants from Jeannette gardener

Free plants from Jeannette gardener

I’ve been friends with John Wassel of Jeannette in Westmoreland County for quite a while now. He wants to help people and loves to grow plants. He’s got way more than he can use. This is one of the reasons I love gardeners, they have…

Angora Gardens Spring Plant Sale continues this week. 3945 tomato plants available

Angora Gardens Spring Plant Sale continues this week. 3945 tomato plants available

I’ve been a big fan of Angora Gardens for a long time. They help the community in so many ways. The story, titled Peace, Wellness, Plants and a Sense of Community, explains everything they do at the gardens in White Oak. Their annual spring plant…

Surprise Spring Cold Snap Tested Pittsburgh Gardens

Surprise Spring Cold Snap Tested Pittsburgh Gardens

Most plants shook off a recent cold snap. Here’s a list of plants and when to get them in the ground.

Everything You Need to Know About Growing A Lush, Organic Lawn

Everything You Need to Know About Growing A Lush, Organic Lawn

Don’t buy into the “Great Lawn Lie.” You can have a great organic lawn.

Everything You Need to Know About Growing A Lush, Organic Lawn

Everything You Need to Know About Growing A Lush, Organic Lawn

Don’t believe the “Great Lawn Lie.” Nothing will outgrow grass when it’s happy. Organic lawns are safe for all of us.