The Herb Lover’s Garden * Go herbal and learn all the multi uses of herbs. Landscaping, fragrance, healing, edible flowers, seasoning and cut flower abundance. What is the best oregano variety for cut flowers? How about fennel for attracting butterflies or parsley as a flower border? Discover ... » Learn More about Herb Lovers Garden
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Gardening Secrets of the Cold-Climate Ninjas
Cold climate ninjas excel in overcoming subzero temperatures and mind-boggling cabin fever with a glorious display once winter fades from memory. Over the years I've studied these ninjas and uncovered their best secrets for a wonderful garden where winter cold is always measured with a minus sign. ... » Learn More about Gardening Secrets of the Cold-Climate Ninjas
Dynamic Garden Life – Biodynamics for the Home Gardener
Want so much vibrancy in your garden that is wows everyone who sees it? Then you’ll love biodynamics. Originally used in farming in Europe, biodynamics has evolved into a rich and vibrant set of processes and methods of planting that is, as I say, “a cross between organic on steroids & ... » Learn More about Dynamic Garden Life – Biodynamics for the Home Gardener
Companion Plant Your Annual Veggie Garden
A bit about this talk when I have done it as a webinar In this talk: Understand how plants work together to help you See why certain plants are recommended to be planted all over your garden. Get Debby’s Companion Plant Groupings Enjoy learning what herbs and flowers help your veggie ... » Learn More about Companion Plant Your Annual Veggie Garden
Hardening-off and Transplanting Your Seedlings
Last year the last live talk I gave a talk on hardening off seedlings. I admit I was surprised that out of a room of a couple hundred gardeners, only a third to a half raised their hands when asked if they knew how to harden-off seedlings. When I had been asked to do this talk, I thought it would ... » Learn More about Hardening-off and Transplanting Your Seedlings
Build Healthy Living Soil that Grows Plants for You
Over the years I have spoken with so many folks who have wanted to go from buying bags of dirt to building their own soil, like Lisa. She is a wonderful and conscious woman, juggling a career and being a mom to an awesome little guy. She is an advocate for healthy lifestyles and had a small veggie ... » Learn More about Build Healthy Living Soil that Grows Plants for You
Growing and Using Culinary Herbs
Join me on Tuesday, May 4, noon to 1:00 pm EDT, as I talk about growing and using culinary herbs for the Fairfax County Public Library System. This is virtual via Zoom, free but must register with the library here. ... » Learn More about Growing and Using Culinary Herbs
Culinary Herbs Talk at Annual Living in the Garden Symposium
I will be speaking about a dozen culinary herbs at the Annual Living in the Garden Symposium, hosted by the Extension Master Gardeners of the Central Rappahannock Area in VA. This is virtual on Saturday, April 10, 2021, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Fee and must register. ... » Learn More about Culinary Herbs Talk at Annual Living in the Garden Symposium
Piet Oudolf’s Design Principles: a video course
A comprehensive examination of Piet Oudolf's design principles. The course aims to provide students with a knowledge base that will enable them to emulate his style--a style that strives to "create an impression and expression of nature". Will this be your garden's Oudolfian season? Reviews of ... » Learn More about Piet Oudolf’s Design Principles: a video course
SPRING INTO ACTION: 5 Steps To Maintenance Free Gardens
No matter how large or small, your space can be the calming escape you need. ... » Learn More about SPRING INTO ACTION: 5 Steps To Maintenance Free Gardens