We have so much to be thankful for this year. In spite of the recent drought, what is being called a “super extended fall” has gifted us with incredible and vibrant foliage colors, the prettiest we can ever remember. Of course, hubby has been raking the fallen leaves and there’s no end in sight. Thank … Continue reading Time to Give Thanks
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Honorary Medals Awarded by MHS
Over the years, we have been honored to attend many of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s wonderful Honorary Medals Dinners. The Society has been conferring medals on individuals and institutions regarded as “important contributors to the art and science of horticulture” since the turn of the 20th century. At its most recent event, the Society presented … Continue reading Honorary Medals Awarded by MHS
Boston Blooms with Daffodils
Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh has announced that the “Boston Blooms with Daffodils” beautification initiative will distribute 20,000 daffodil bulbs this fall to volunteers for planting on public ways citywide. “Our Boston Blooms volunteers always do a great job of beautifying our neighborhoods through this citywide planting program, and we are looking forward to another … Continue reading Boston Blooms with Daffodils
Welcome to Fall
According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, “The September equinox happens every year on either the 22nd, 23rd, or even 24th, depending on the calendar. This is the astronomical start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere, and spring in the Southern Hemisphere. “The word equinox means ‘equal night’…. At this point, the amount of nighttime and … Continue reading Welcome to Fall
The August Garden
The heat wave continues and some areas of Massachusetts are experiencing severe drought. Although I’ve tried to keep up with the watering, some plants (especially the hostas) don’t look so good. Many of the aforementioned hostas need dividing and if I get to it, some extra compost in the planting holes should help. Incredibly, the … Continue reading The August Garden
