Live Better | Plant Something
Once the garden’s Cinderella — dependable, hardworking, and largely ignored in favor of showier plants — shrubs are finally having their moment in the spotlight. Designers have long understood shrubs’ […]
When we have friends over for dinner, or when we host parties, one of the things that’s fun to do is to push the boundaries of “finger food.” Face it. […]
If you’re unsure of the difference between azaleas and rhododendrons, you’re definitely not alone. After all, you may have heard the phrase all azaleas are rhododendrons, but not all rhododendrons […]
Spring planting season means new plants — and, often, a growing stack of empty nursery pots. If you don’t have a plan to reuse them, recycling nursery pots helps keep […]
While there are many ways for older adults to stay active, maintain mental well-being and engage with others, one hobby stands out for its simplicity and accessibility. Gardening. A new […]
Visiting other gardens and talking with other gardeners is a favorite pastime of mine. Doing so is often a regular item on my calendar, especially during the spring and summer […]
Fans of Al’s Garden & Home who live in Bend can rejoice. The retail nursery is bringing the color, quality and expertise that fans have come to love about them […]
I first tasted smoked trout when we lived in Baltimore. At a farmers’ market near our home, owners of the Metropol Café had a booth where they served all kinds […]
Are you old enough to remember when orange was the outcast color on the color wheel? That was the mauve-and-gray era of the ’80s that spilled over into the garden. […]
Whether you’re a vegan by choice or simply looking to mix up your meals with something that’s lighter, healthier, tastier and a departure from your daily routine, it’s sometimes daunting […]
