There’s a reason my little farm grows—and sells out—of all our scented geraniums every season...it’s because pelargoniums (fancy-shamcy, technically-correct term for scented geraniums) are da bomb! Think of a scratch-n-sniff sticker—except with plants. Let me introduce you to the wide variety of ... » Learn More about Addicted to Scented Geraniums and Pelargoniums
Flowers
All About Dahlias
I’ve grown dahlias for as long as I can remember. They were a staple in my mother’s garden, and now in mine. Dahlias are such showstoppers that I have to pinch myself to remember that all they need is a little TLC to get them to produce like mad! Covering flower classification to propagating, ... » Learn More about All About Dahlias
Picture Perfect Plant Portraits
You need access to a beautiful garden to make beautiful garden pictures but only a single, interesting plant in order to make its portrait. Plant portraits are not the same as garden portraits, although both involve picturing plants. Garden landscapes are all about relationships, plants in interplay ... » Learn More about Picture Perfect Plant Portraits
Touchstones: a journey of healing and discovery
As gardeners we accept the need for continual re-assessment, modifying our plans and our plants due to unexpected circumstances. Yet not all of life's changes are welcomed or so easily adapted to. As Karen shares her personal story and acts as your virtual travel guide, you will explore ancient ... » Learn More about Touchstones: a journey of healing and discovery
The Squish Factor: designing abundant containers
The hallmarks of a well-designed container include rich layers of foliage and flowers that completely fill out the container yet don’t look overgrown, a cohesive color palette, exciting plant combinations, well balanced in form and scale, and longevity. In this presentation, based on Karen's ... » Learn More about The Squish Factor: designing abundant containers