I visited the State Botanical Garden in Athens in early June, on a hellaciously hot day perfect for viewing the full sun plantings. And when I stepped into shade, the cool verdant plants there took
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Garden Trippers at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens
This is the year I get back to my favorite place: in a garden, any garden, anywhere.
Early in the year, I gathered
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My Garden Trippers
I am grateful that I'm comfortable in my home. I expressed this sentiment many times in the early months of the
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A Visit to the UGA Trial Gardens
In Athens, Georgia, champions conquer in many venues. Sanford Stadium at the heart of campus, is the home of the
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Tips for Growing Tomatoes
It’s hard to imagine summer without homegrown tomatoes. Even if you don’t actually grow the luscious fruit in your own
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Read “Mr Portwood’s Tomatoes” in Salvation South
It's a true story: the best tomatoes I ever ate were grown by Mr. Portwood in his home garden. I share how I got to know
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Grow These Easy Herbs in Your Summer Garden
Herbs are the gateway plants to gardening. There's no better time to get started
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Historic Oakland Cemetery in Spring
I spent a few days in March and April soaking up history in the warming spring weather at Historic Oakland Cemetery in
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Walking with Abra Lee at Oakland Cemetery
"Conquer the Soil" author Talks History and Horticulture
I stood on the path watching while Abra Lee knelt and
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How to Grow Lilies in Your Southern Garden
Lilies signal summer in the Southern garden. Beautiful Asiatic and Oriental lilies are easy to grow and offer dramatic
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