It's my birthday and every year I reflect on the past year and the year to come. {It’s not hard to do since today is the second to last day of the year.} I’m going to let you in on a little secret, 2014 is going to be FANTASTIC! I have a lot planned for Brown, green & more. This will be the … [Read more...]
Winter Memories guest essay in Celebration of the Solstice
Someone once asked me what my favorite constellation was. I immediately replied, “Orion.” True, it’s probably the most recognizable constellation, but for me, it symbolizes winter. I know when it’s high in the sky, the last leaves have fallen and winter has begun. I love everything about winter. … [Read more...]
Winter Garden TO DO List:
As if you didn't have enough to do to prepare for the Holidays, it's actually a fun time of year to dream about your garden. Check out the tips below. 1. Add new mulch where needed. (get FREE mulch! Most cities have recycling tree programs, these programs chip up the trees and provide … [Read more...]
Happy Poinsettia Day!
Today is Poinsettia Day! It's the most popular flower of the season....read below to see how you can make it bloom again and again! … [Read more...]
Outdoor winter entertaining
Puzzled? Seriously, who entertains outside when there is snow on the ground? It just so happens, we do. Spring, Summer and early Fall are my go to months for entertaining ‘cause I’m a landscape architect and I have a huge backyard. Winter is usually off limits for hosting events since I live in … [Read more...]
Knee-deep in snow
It’s official: I am obsessed and giddy about the snow right now. Winter has arrived and is here to stay. These early snowfalls have made for some wonderful family adventures in New Mexico’s snow covered forests.Peace and tranquility come to mind when I look out at the landscape blanketed in white. … [Read more...]