Botanical Names
Coral bells Heuchera spp and hybrids Hosta Hosta spp. and hybrids Pecan Carya illinoinensis
Knock on the front door of Jim and Rachel Light's Ohio home and you probably won't get an answer-they'll be in the garden! But wander around to the back door at left and you'll find Rachel nearby pulling weeds or swapping out her seasonal displays and Jim working on his latest construction project. This industrious couple has been gardening here for all 49 years of their marriage, and they have no plans to slow down. The 42-acre property is where Rachel spent her childhood-that's her at age 5 in the garden above-and she's seen lots of changes. Her parents grew vegetables and a few flowers, but she and Jim have transformed the yard around the home into a shady oasis.
Jim built a new home a few years into their marriage after they discovered that the original house had serious termite damage. Once that was finished, the couple has continued to add new gardens and structures every year. Let's take a tour and see what they've done.
GARDEN BEGINNINGS
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GARDEN ESSENTIALS
FALL GARDEN CLEANUP TOOLS
Saving Seeds
Saving flower seeds is a great way to get more plants with almost no investment. It's easy to do. Here's how to save seeds from some of your favorite annuals as the growing season winds down.
Cucumber Trellis Flop
I watched cucumber trellis growers online for several seasons with envy. What a brilliant way to save space in raised garden beds and make it look fancy! Finally, I was sold and decided to try it in my garden.
9 Tough Perennials for Clay Soil
Whether you garden in the nutrient-poor red clay of the Southeast, the calcium combined-with-clay caliche of the West or something in between, the common denominator is that clay soil is difficult to grow in. Why? Tiny particles of clay hold tightly together, slowing drainage and limiting the amount of oxygen that can reach plant roots. You've seen the resultsanemic-looking or rotting plants.
Garden Fences
Discover the perfect blend of functionality, style, and materials for your ideal fence.
A GARDEN OF STORIES
Learn plant and project tips from a couple who's been gardening here for nearly 50 years.
SPINACH
Learn the secrets to growing this tasty green in spring and fall.
Why Bulb Depth Matters
Dig deep enough to ensure your plants stand tall and live the longest
Switchgrass
Adaptable switchgrass goes with the flow.
Establish a Monarch Waystation
Did you know that a single monarch butterfly can migrate up to 3,000 miles? That's a lot of ground to cover! This amazing insect makes a fascinating journey, unlike any other butterfly.
