June Roses
The birth flower for June is the beautiful rose! Roses are generally recognized as symbols of love. Thanks to the Victorian Era and the language of…
Love for the Bugs!
One part of gardening that is often forgotten is the beneficial bugs that help us pollinate, recycle nutrients, maintain healthy soil, and control other…
Garden Lights At Christmas Time
Everyone loves Christmas lights. It is a fun time to take your family for hot chocolate and gaze at beautiful lights especially if gardens…
Cornucopia of Thankfulness
How did the cornucopia become symbolic of Thanksgiving? “Cornucopia” comes from the Latin “cornu,” meaning horn, and “copiae,” meaning plenty. A cornucopia is a…
Autumn Butterflies
Welcome to autumn! September is actually a peak time for our friends, the butterflies. A butterfly garden is the perfect way to attract fall…
Tomato Time
Who doesn’t love a ripe red tomato on a bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich with a glass of cold iced tea? South Mississippi has the…
Summer Succulents
Why are succulents so trendy? Succulents are easy to grow, and they do not take much care. Succulents do not need much watering and…
The Herbs and the Bees
So, how can we help our friends, the bees, in our gardens this summer? There are actually many herbs that we can grow that…
Gardening with Kids
Kids love learning. Gardening is a great way to get kids to eat healthier and exercise! It is so wonderful to get them outside….
Eudora Welty’s Camellias
Are you or your garden club looking for a fun day trip to visit beautiful gardens in our state? There is one garden within…