Calhoun County Gardening – From Churt to Charm: Transforming a Difficult Yard Into a Thriving Garden Escape
Calhoun County, AL – What once appeared to be an impossible patch of yard has become a stunning example of creativity, persistence, and the beauty of thoughtful gardening design. In 2018, a stubborn area of white, milky churt presented a major landscaping challenge. The ground was too hard for traditional tools such as a shovel or […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Bridging the Seasons with Lilies: A Colorful Favorite for Summer Gardens
Calhoun County, AL – Lilies are a beautiful and versatile addition to almost any landscape. Lily bulbs can be planted in pots, raised beds, hanging baskets, or directly in the ground, making them a favorite choice for gardeners looking to add color and elegance throughout the warmer months. In my garden, lilies provide blooms from June […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Heirloom to Garden Legacy: Preserving the Beauty of Gladiolus Corms
Calhoun County, AL – A cherished garden tradition has continued to bloom since 2018, when a mother’s heirloom gladiolus bed was passed down and carefully maintained. What began as a personal inheritance has grown into both a labor of love and a lesson in preserving the beauty and longevity of gladiolus corms. Though often referred to […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Iris: The Hidden Workhorse of the Garden
Calhoun County, AL – The iris is often celebrated for its vibrant, show-stopping blooms—but its value in the landscape goes far beyond spring color. With its tall, sword-like leaves, the iris offers a practical and economical solution for adding structure, texture, and greenery to your garden year-round. When installing a new border or filling a large […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Zinnias Shine as a Colorful, Low-Maintenance Favorite for Gardeners
Calhoun County, AL – Gardeners across all experience levels continue to turn to zinnias as a dependable and vibrant addition to their landscapes. Known for their wide range of colors, heights, and bloom styles, zinnias offer a long-lasting display that can brighten gardens from early summer until the first frost. Among the many varieties available, […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Garden Favorites: Seeds That Bring Color, Height and Pollinators to the Landscape
Calhoun County, AL – For gardeners who enjoy saving seeds and watching their landscapes transform each season, a carefully selected group of plants can deliver both beauty and biodiversity. One local gardening enthusiast is sharing a list of favorite seeds collected and grown year after year—plants known for their height, vibrant colors and ability to attract […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Vertical Elegance: How Climbing Vines Transform the Garden
Calhoun County, AL – Climbing vines add striking vertical beauty and structure to any garden, transforming ordinary spaces into layered landscapes filled with texture and color. Among the most reliable and rewarding varieties are clematis selections, known for their vigorous growth and breathtaking blooms. One standout is the Jackmanii Deep Purple Clematis, which produces strong […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Two Maples to a Thriving Shade Garden: A Journey in Patience, Creativity, and Resourceful Gardening
Calhoun County, AL – Two photographs from 2018 capture the humble beginnings of what is now a flourishing shade garden—an area that once held only two century-old maple trees. Through years of journaling and hands-on experience from 2018 to 2026, this shade gardening project has evolved into a thriving landscape filled with texture, structure, and […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Garden Notes to Garden Beds: Favorite Seeds to Sow for a Vibrant Spring
Calhoun County, AL – As winter settles in, many gardeners turn to seed catalogs and greenhouse dreams. For one local gardener, however, the season begins by searching through years of carefully kept garden notes. The goal is simple: select the favorite seeds that will bring color, height, and life back to the landscape in spring. […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Why I Stopped Pulling Weeds Too Early—and Why You Might Want To, Too
Calhoun County, AL – Through trial and error, I’ve learned that pulling weed roots too early can actually create bigger problems later. It feels productive in winter, but early weed removal can backfire in ways that aren’t obvious until spring. During the winter months, weeds often appear before many perennials have a chance to emerge. […]