The newest additions to my flower planter collection includes this cute metal planter I found at a flea market in Burnet, Texas. I bought two 8-inch pots similar to the one in the top tier with the intention that the matching set would be perfect. Continue reading
Picked more fresh basil and chives tonight to share with coworkers. This week’s rain (about 3 inches since Sunday morning) has been great for both herbs. And I absolutely love how pungent they are! Continue reading
If I have to see a row of houses when looking out my window, at least I can do it through a row of locally grown tomatoes on my windowsill. I’ll make it seem like I live in the country any way I can!
On this wet Sunday morning in central Texas, the song “A Few of My Favorite Things” came to mind while looking at my flowers. I love how the rain makes flower petals shine! Continue reading
Even in their demise, my zinnias will breathe new life into my flower garden. Most of my zinnias still look gorgeous, but when I was snipping off dead cosmos tops, I found this hidden zinnia (above). Continue reading
While the zinnias and cosmos in my three-tiered flower bed have been awesome this summer, I’m still waiting on the California poppies and gazanias in the top tier to flower. Continue reading
As much as I enjoy vacations, it sure feels good to get home, sleep in your own bed and just enjoy your own surroundings. The heat (90s during the day) didn’t hurt the garden as much as I thought it might. In fact, the marigolds seemed to love it. Continue reading
Visiting my parents in Wisconsin was nice in many aspects, including that I got to see my mom’s big, beautiful garden. From flowers to vegetables, she’s got it all covered. Continue reading
Whenever I’m in need of ideas for flower containers, I need to look no further than my mom’s house. I love that she turned an old washing machine into a planter! Continue reading
Since I’m in Wisconsin, I thought I’d repost a few of my favorite photos from gardens past. Continue reading
Chocolate Chips and Chaos 