There can be a tendency with gardeners to plant in isolated “zones” – e.g., here’s where my spring bulb plants are, there’s my collection of roses, that bed is for my annuals. It’s understandable to focus on specific areas, but there are some great rewards to be had if you step back and look at the total “canvas” of your yard or garden. You are an artist; trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses are your medium. And with them, you can create a layered, cohesive picture for your outdoor … [Read more...] about Creating Layered Landscapes
Misti Warner
Mud Club Cultivating Future Gardeners
How do you grow a future gardener? How do you open a child’s eyes to the wonders of bringing a flower, plant or tree to thriving life? How do you encourage them to be good stewards of the Earth? At Warner’s Nursery, the answer to those questions is “mud.” Not just the messy, soft, wet earth that kids love playing in, but our own Mud Club, designed with the express purpose of instilling a love of horticulture in children. We believe that through gardening we can teach so much: … [Read more...] about Mud Club Cultivating Future Gardeners
