gardening
dealing with deer, part 2: the plants
June 17th, 2013
So last month I talked about some easy, low-key tactics for dissuading deer. You can also strategically employ plantings to help keep the herds at bay: Think “deer-resistant”, not “deer-proof”. Every season brings fewer and fewer truly deer-resistant plants. That said, in addition to barberries and daffodils (yes, they are deer-proof, I promise), I have had excellent [...]
favor-”ette”: on peonies
May 28th, 2013
So now that I’ve reversed my position on peonies, I’m sure you’re going to have lots of them in your garden this year (at least I hope you will!). And I’ve got a great tip to help you get the most bang for your buck from these short-lived beauties. See, here in New York the [...]
dealing with deer, part 1: the basics
May 20th, 2013
If you garden with deer (and you know who you are), then you know that this is a two-part post – at least. Without a doubt, dealing with deer is the #1 (and maybe even #2, #3 and #4) most frustrating challenge I face as a landscape designer – and gardener. And if you’re like [...]
the high line: (early) spring
May 3rd, 2013
I was so excited about my next installment in my “Year on the High Line” series. I mean, after the winter we’ve had, who wouldn’t be thrilled to welcome spring by spending the day at one of the city’s most fabulous parks? And then I woke up to a day like most we’ve had this [...]
your spring gardening “checklist”
April 22nd, 2013
It’s hard to believe that spring is here – these persistent cool temps and gray skies would say otherwise. But my garden knows better – buds about to burst, perennials peeking through. The new gardening season has officially begun. If you’re like me, you get overwhelmed with all there is to do in the garden [...]
why you need a gardening calendar (yes, you!)
March 25th, 2013
Last weekend as I ventured out into my gardens for the first time this year, I was once again reminded of how handy it is to have a gardening calendar. Part of my landscape design services includes a set of maintenance instructions for all plants. It covers things like which plants to cut back (and [...]
a houseplant for killers…
March 4th, 2013
…of houseplants. It’s okay – I’m one too. If someone tries to “gift” me a houseplant I start slowly backing away, hands up, saying, “Please. Don’t. I can’t.” But when Mike inherited a beautiful plant stand from his mother, that fit perfectly in our dining room, I decided it was time to face my fears. [...]
creating a garden that “shines” in winter
January 22nd, 2013
My garden makes me happy every day, and in all seasons. But I’m most proud of my garden in January: I know – you’re probably thinking, really Sheri? No flowers, bare branches – yeah, awesome garden! But I really appreciate a garden that reflects thoughtfulness during these winter months. I like that the evergreens and [...]
winter window boxes and planters
December 2nd, 2012
Hmm, yeah. This is what my “fall” planters looked like, till recently. But there’s nothing like 16 people coming for Thanksgiving to get me into holiday mode. And yes, that includes my outdoor planters. Winter is often a sad time of year for containers and window boxes. Sure, spring overflows with pansies and bulbs, followed [...]
plant your spring garden…now? (yes)
November 12th, 2012
I know, I know – you’re saying – really, Sheri? With the gardening? It’s November – can’t I just be DONE already? Almost. By this time of year most of us (especially in the Northeast – ESPECIALLY in light of recent weather-related events) are winding things down in the garden. Outdoor chores are limited to raking [...]
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