When I design in fall, I think in layers: what looks good now, what will hold interest through the quiet stretch of winter, and how bulbs will play their part come spring. That kind of layering creates containers that hold their beauty across the seasons instead of fading with…

One big reason fall is a favorite season is the focus on foliage. Yes, those classic wine purples, burnt oranges, and golds that people travel to see. But as a container gardener, I appreciate foliage not just for its color, but as a design element for its texture and form. Just like layering…

Citrus, the fragrant, fruit-bearing beauty Citrus has a special place in my heart. When most people think of citrus, they think of its fruit, but some citrus is grown for its fragrant leaves and flowers. It’s all of this and more for me. My parents have been taking care of kumquat trees since…