Through the years since 1989, when I joined the Garden Writers Association of America (as it was called at the time), there have been so many incredible benefits. High on the list are the many learning opportunities that continue to this date via the knowledgeable members who are always ready and willing to share. Today … Continue reading 2021 Renee’s Garden Media Kit
One of the advantages of being a member of the press is that on occasion, we are offered copies of new books to review. The variety is amazing and yours truly has enjoyed reading many of them. Some, such as “Mastering the Art of Vegetable Gardening” by Matt Mattus, have in fact become reference books, … Continue reading Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening
We’ve always enjoyed reading and writing about students being recognized for growing winning vegetables, whether they were the largest pumpkins or cabbages in the U.S. According to a recent press release from The United States Botanic Garden (USBG), “Across the United States, a growing number of schools are planting gardens, engaging in Farm-to-School activities, and … Continue reading Free Planting Guide Available
The Massachusetts Horticultural Society recently announced the appointment of James Hearsum as its new President and Executive Director. Hearsum, who is expected to join MassHort in early 2020, has been the Executive Director of St. Andrews Botanic Garden in Scotland since May 2014. He will succeed Suzanne Maas, who has been the interim head of … Continue reading MassHort Announces New President
Connecticut-based Colorblends is a flower bulb wholesaler that sells directly to landscape professionals and home gardeners. We were very interested when we recently received information about their latest offerings for fall planting. Included were photos and descriptions of six new tulip blends, three new daffodil varieties and two new amaryllis. We were particularly impressed by … Continue reading New Tulips for Fall Planting
