PHIPPS CONSERVATORY
Pittsburgh surprised me on many levels during my visit last year. The Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is certainly a must see...
BRUSSELS ROYAL GARDEN
For just three weeks each year the Royal Greenhouses of Laeken are open to the public. King Leopold II had the greenhouses constructed...
JOURNEY: SARAH P. DUKE GARDENS
Of the many Japanese-inspired gardens in the United States, the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum at Sarah P. Duke Gardens in Durham, North...
BACKYARD CONNECTIONS: COMMON GROUND
Many of the plants found in Japan’s great gardens are also adaptable to Oklahoma landscapes. The two countries have similar climatic...
JOURNEY: JAPANESE GARDENS IN THE USA
The fine art of Japanese Gardening has spread worldwide, with many incredible examples found outside Japan. Here in Oklahoma, we can...
KINKAKU-JI
The glorious Golden Pavilion near Kyoto is one of the most recognizable Japanese sites. Originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa...
Bulb Care
Bulbs are the most welcomed sight in spring, but quickly become unattractive as their foliage dies back. Though the yellowing foliage...
Journey: Azalea Gardens in Oklahoma
As spring erupts into bloom why not plan a day trip to visit one of these three gardens known for their azalea collections. Each offers...
Moving Houseplants Outside
Any time we move plants from an indoor location, whether a greenhouse or the windowsill, to an outdoor location, we need to take measures...
Keukenhof Flower Gardens
Tulips are blooming, celebrating the arrival of spring and reminding us of the amazing opportunity awaiting travelers next season, as...