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Some of our happiest hours are spent among plants. Even during our harshest winters, we’re able to garden indoors with fresh cut flowers from local florists, and greenery cut from surrounding woods. Forcing bulbs and buds satisfies us until crocus peaks its head above the ground and welcomes the coming spring.

~ Be inspired today!

  • Garden

    Festive Winter Decor

    Winter is no time to hibernate, at least when it comes to decorating your home. Creating festive decor for your home’s exterior can chase away the winter blahs. You’ll fall in love…

  • Garden

    Hollyhocks Galore!

    There’s a not-so-secret favorite garden on the North Shore of Boston that draws hundreds of fans each July. They come to see the stunning display of hollyhocks that delight year after year.…

  • Garden

    Dahlias Make a Comeback

    What’s old is new again, and when it comes to dahlias, we couldn’t be happier. This old-fashioned flower is easy to grow and blooms late in the season, just when many flowers…

  • Welcoming Entries
    Garden

    Simply Welcoming

    People are drawn to New England style for lots of reasons, but one we hear over and over is that they love the traditional feel of our houses and gardens. It’s true…

  • Easy Daffodil Door Basket
    Garden

    Easy Daffodil Door Basket

    Your spirits will lift every time you see this cheerful door basket full of spring's signature flower! …

  • Rustic Herb Garden
    Garden

    Rustic Herb Garden

    A Rustic Herb Garden in the Country Growing herbs is rewarding for the gardener and cook. They’re incredibly forgiving of novice gardeners, and provide the cook with an array of seasonings. Herbs…

  • Bring the Garden Indoors
    Garden, Interiors

    Bring the Garden Indoors

    February can feel like forever in New England, and I’m always looking for ways to cure the winter blues while grumpily awaiting Spring. The best cure for my impatience is to bring…

  • Decorating With Pumpkins
    Garden

    Decorating With Pumpkins

    Living in New England, we’ve developed a bit of a pumpkin and gourd fetish. Our favorite farm stands are laden with dozens of odd and unique varieties each fall. Decorating with pumpkins is…