Irises in August
byAugust is a wonderful time to plant irises. The iris is special as it symbolizes the Greek Goddess of the rainbow, and it comes…
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The Travel-Told Home
byWe found a cottage that transports you from the quaint main streets of our small coastal towns to the bustling avenues of international cities,…
Home of the Brave
byNearly 40 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, Francis Scott Key penned the most sacred description of the United…
School’s Out for Summer!
byEach year summer vacation seems to shrink. Between a family getaway—if we are lucky— summer camps, and ballgames, it can be hard to have…
The Garden Spider
byTerrific, Radiant, and Humble I have to tell you how excited I was when I began to write this article. I had a lovely…
Growing Gladiolus
byThe gladiolus is also known as the sword lily since its name is derived from the Latin word for sword, gladius. We often call…
A Peninsula of Possibility
byTucked along one of the Gulf Coast’s most desirable shoreline stretches, a rare peninsula property in Ocean Springs quietly makes waves—offering not just a…
April Dogwoods
byOne of my favorite trees is the flowering dogwood. The flowers of the dogwood tree form a perfect cross, which is why they have…
Salad Tables
byPlanting a salad table in March in the Deep South will ensure fresh salad greens, vegetables, and herbs in April. You can plant a…
Local Wildflower Guide
byWildflowers, or native plants, beautify the area with no cultivation required. They’re found in fields, vacant lots, and along roadways and ditches. However, they…