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High Desert Garden Challenges
What exactly is a high desert, and how do I garden there? I’ve been doing some digging, pun intended, and have found that “high desert” is a loosey-goosey term. Of course, “high” refers to elevation, […]
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Landscape design
5
Sep
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12
Jan
Design project? Get Organized!
So… I’m back-tracking just a tad to talk once again about those darn New Year resolutions you might have made. Every New Year, like clockwork, we’re bombarded with a barrage of marketing campaigns promising the miraculous. […]
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30
Dec
2017 — It’s a wrap!
IT’S A WRAP 2017 is coming to a close. As another year passes by, it’s always a time to reflect and set goals for the next year, and commit to a few New Year resolutions. […]
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31
Jul
Water, Earth, and Sky – our pond story
In Water, Earth, and Sky, I describe our dream of living on the water − a river, lake, or stream. That hadn’t happened, so we decided to bring the water to us. After designing a basic layout […]
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11
Feb
Bonsai myths… continued
Bonsai is a living art form loved and almost universally appreciated by people all over the world. I think of it as a reflection of a quiet and meditative aesthetic. Bonsai Zen Zone tells the story of […]
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31
Jan
Bonsai myths
Bonsai Zen Zone conveys my love of the living art form. My mission is not only to dispel bonsai myths, but to peak your interest. Ever thought of trying the hobby for yourself? I hope you will after […]
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29
Jan
Bonsai Zen Zone
Bonsai is a 2000 year old living art form capturing the imagination. As a self-admitted compulsive gardener, I am no exception. I’ve tried my green thumb with a few and have some beautiful specimens. I’ve […]
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30
Aug
FALL IS FOR PLANTING
There is no doubt that a beautiful garden next spring and summer means planning ahead. Fall is the very best time for planting almost anything in your landscape. The weather is much more forgiving, and […]
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18
Aug
GOD and ST. FRANCIS on LAWNS
Here’s God take on the common plight of modern man and his beautiful lawn: “GOD: Francis, you know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there? What happened to […]
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19
Jun
A Room with a View, part 2
Continued from A Room with a View. Get the most from you interior design and your outdoor spaces with these how to’s! INTERIOR TOOLS To blend the inside with the outdoors, take note of exactly what […]
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