Pansies for Thoughts: Vassar College’s Floral Tribute to Shakespeare

The Violets Will Come in Their Own Time

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. April 24, 1916 On this day, dear garden enthusiasts and lovers of literature alike, Vassar College paid a most charming tribute to the immortal Bard of Avon. On the 300th anniversary of William…

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5 Essential Steps to Get Your Garden Ready for Spring

A spring garden in bloom.

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. March 29, 2021 Dearest reader, On this day, as the British Isles joyfully emerged from the long shadow of COVID lockdown, the gardening community was abuzz with fresh inspiration. Out and Out shared…

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