The great outdoors. Its smells, sights, sounds, textures, and tastes offer us countless chances to enjoy its beauty. These rich experiences don’t just boost our mood and health — they also exercise our body’s sensory system, which in turn encourages our brains to stay sharp … [Read more...] about Bring Nature Closer
Living Options
Water Can Change The Atmosphere Of A Garden
If you have a little more budget and want something custom, there are many different options to make water a focal point in your landscape. This might be a small reflecting basin, a bubbling stone, a wall fountain, a pondless waterfall, or a narrow rill that moves water gently … [Read more...] about Water Can Change The Atmosphere Of A Garden
Water In The Garden
When summer arrives in full force, and full heat, many of us instinctively seek out water. We head to the lake, the pool, the ocean, or even the nearest splash pad, looking for relief. There is something deeply refreshing about water — the sound, the movement. Fortunately, you do … [Read more...] about Water In The Garden
How Does Her Garden Grow? A Look At Container Gardens/Raised Gardens.
Denise Peterson who is a master gardener, bought this Meyer lemon tree years ago from ValuMarket. The smell of freshly picked basil and the taste of a fresh tomato off the vine can be motivation to grow plants at home. We asked local expert Mary Ann Dallenbach, owner of St. … [Read more...] about How Does Her Garden Grow? A Look At Container Gardens/Raised Gardens.
Relax! The summer issue is here
I love a lazy river.You are floating without doing anything at all.You are wet enough to be cool.You can see changing scenery along the way.You are unable to make things go faster or slower, so you accept where you are. To me, it’s the definition of relaxing. Accepting … [Read more...] about Relax! The summer issue is here