Today I’d like to do two things: provide you with new resources to help in selecting the plants for your loved one’s memorial garden. You may remember, in ‘part … [Read more...]
DIY Memorials: Planning a Loved One’s Memorial Garden
I’ve been thinking about memorial gardens (sometimes called “memory gardens”) ever since writing “DIY Memorials: Let’s Talk about Memorial Gardens” last month. … [Read more...]
Weeping Cherry Tree Memorial
In The Mailbox: One of our clients sent a nice note thanking us for our assistance and the recommendation of a Weeping Cherry for a tree dedication. The Weeping … [Read more...]
Memorial Idea – August Birth Flower, Gladiolus
For our loved ones that were born in the month of August, a good starting place for planning a memorial theme is the August birth flower, the … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Poppies
A nice surprise on Memorial Day 2010, poppies sprang up around the bird bath in the garden. We love poppies, blood red oriental poppies. Ancient Egyptians … [Read more...]
Simple Pleasures in the Garden
Earlier this Spring, I threw some seed down and these beauties sprang from the soil. Wish I knew what they're called. Last fall, my neighbor let me harvest the … [Read more...]
Adrienne Shelly Memorial Garden
After several years of planning, a Memorial Garden will be dedicated in Abingdon Square Park in New York City, to the memory of Adrienne Shelly, who was killed … [Read more...]
Oh, My Bleeding Heart!
My bleeding hearts are popping. So sweet to see. How about some heart-shaped memorial stones for your Spring garden? Weather-proof and durable, and best … [Read more...]
Build Me Up Buttercup
Snowdrops and daffodils are strong and beautiful. They survive harsh weather conditions, neglect, and continue to multiply. City planners and developers … [Read more...]
Memorial Service Ideas: Snow Drop Flower
The fragile beauty of the snowdrop flower pushes through the harsh elements to reveal the promise of brighter days and rebirth. Snowdrop is one of the first … [Read more...]