Felton is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month. When I first came to this area I lived for 23 years in Felton so it?s close to my heart. My interest in early local horticulture started after looking at early family photographs of the homestead i where I used to live. My friends? family had a … Continue reading Early Horticultural History of Felton & San Lorenzo Valley
Once upon a time when our area was under the sea there were no parks or trails or trees or gardens. I’m thankful that our mountains rose from an ancient ocean and we can now enjoy this beautiful place we call home. I’m thankful for the bigleaf maples with leaves as big as saucers and … Continue reading A Poem of Thanksgiving by the Mountain Gardener
I?ve seen my share of spectacular gardens and always come away with new ideas and inspiration. It?s part of the fun to imagine how one might incorporate a unique type of path or a water feature into your own garden. Maybe a particularly breathtaking plant combination would look just right next to your patio. It?s … Continue reading Enchanting Gardens in the Valley- A Garden Tour for Locals