Columbine has a light, airy flower shaped like a comet or a star burst. Such a whimsical nature is fitting for this short lived woodland …
Aquilegia, Columbine
Spring
Harding off seedlings
If you started seeds late winter or early spring, you need to harden them off before transplanting them into the garden. Seedlings have been coddled …
Daffodils
Upon seeing a clump of daffodils in a wooded area or a garden, my eyes widen with joy! Narcissus are such a cheerful addition. Not …
Signs of Life
Chicago is a cool and damp city this week, but Spring is happening. Small crocus have come and gone, larger crocus are opening, and the …
Crocus
How I love to see the first flowers after a white and grey winter. Looking back at old garden pictures this past weekend, I could …
Spring is arriving!
I can’t believe it! Finally, the snow is melting! The ground is showing (often with lots of melted dog poop, but it is showing). I …
Start Perennials from Seed
Starting plants from seed is the best way to ensure you are not putting unwanted pesticides and chemicals into your yard. You’ll have happy pollinators …
Happy New Year!
It’s a new year, a new garden to plan! I’ve been getting seed catalogs and spending many hours drooling over the images. I’m really looking …
Bulbs Before the Ground Freezes
Today, Chicago is getting a blast of sleet, snow, and gusts of 50mph winds. All on Halloween, and all to remind us of the coming …
Spring is here!
It’s here, I know it. The crocus are blooming, we’re seeing insects, and the temperatures are finally cooperating! It’s time to make the garden Spring …