November’s inspiration comes from Jennifer Hammerberg appreciating the beauty in Mother Nature’s landscape. Jennifer notes, “Fall is my favorite time of year when it comes to Mother Earth dressed in her colors of the season.” She can’t resist snapping a few pictures while taking her daily walks. The color of the burning bush is magnificent […]

September’s garden inspiration highlights Sue Smith’s zinnias. Her inspiration and love of gardening started in her grandmother’s yard, where she spent time among a spectrum of color and texture. Zinnias, black-eyed Susans and blue fescue are planted near a white fence and brick water feature. What Sue is most proud of is her State Fair […]

August’s garden inspiration features Connie Risner’s potting shed. She found her inspiration on Pinterest when she saw an adorable potting shed. She showed the picture to her husband Paul, knowing he had some barn wood that could be used to build this adorable design. He was up to the challenge. Adding the red tin roof, […]

  July’s garden inspiration features Normi Spadafore’s garden. Her well-established  perennial garden of 18 years was inspired by her wish for year-round color. Seen blooming in this picture are bright pink dianthus, mauve Lenten rose, deep purple iris and light blue salvia. Later in the season, lilies, hostas and sedum will bloom, just to mention […]

Dear Gardeners, The Garden Contest was read and enjoyed by many. Who doesn’t love a beautiful photo of someone’s artistic garden creation? So let’s try a new direction for a “Garden Inspiration Column.” We’re asking readers to take a photo of their garden, plant, bush or tree (or a friend’s) and share the inspiration for […]

Dear Readers, The Garden Contest was read and enjoyed by many. Who doesn’t love a beautiful photo of someone’s artistic garden creation? So let’s try a new direction for a “Garden Inspiration Column.” We’re asking readers to take a photo of their garden, plant, bush or tree (or a friend’s) and share the inspiration for […]