Have you been curious about growing conifers in your garden? Meet 10 different types and see which ones will grow best in your garden!
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
If you had told me last March when I wrote on this blog about my rather grand plan for a new vegetable garden that I would still be updating you on it nine months later, well, I probably wouldn’t have done it. Suffice to say, I had no idea what a big project I was […]
Learn about three different types of conifer trees and their wellness benefits, as well as how to use them in three conifer cordial recipes!
Garden lovers don't necessarily have to stop working outdoors, even in the winter. Many plants thrive in autumn and winter in the garden as well as in containers. The weather is often mild enough to sit outside, so why not dress up your balcony with nice evergreens, shrubs, or herbs?…
Conifers provide the garden with incredible form, color and texture in every season. Learn one expert’s secrets to designing with these evergreens.
At present it seems there are two extreme attitudes when it comes to conifers: love or hate. Those who love them may grow only conifers and perhaps little else, and those who hate them will not grow them at all. However, at the Bressingham Gardens we feel that if you meet the two attitudes half […]
The pleasant tartness of lemon bars is perfectly balanced with the addition of freshly-foraged fir needles to add a level of sophistication and a full, rich flavor.
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
Spruce tips have a bright, citrus flavor that works well in both savory and sweet dishes. Almost all conifer tips are edible, and the only exception is yew trees. Pine and fir tips have their
Learn about three different types of conifer trees and their wellness benefits, as well as how to use them in three conifer cordial recipes!
At present it seems there are two extreme attitudes when it comes to conifers: love or hate. Those who love them may grow only conifers and perhaps little else, and those who hate them will not grow them at all. However, at the Bressingham Gardens we feel that if you meet the two attitudes half […]
Spruce tips have a bright, citrus flavor that works well in both savory and sweet dishes. Almost all conifer tips are edible, and the only exception is yew trees. Pine and fir tips have their
There are many species of pine trees in North America. Discover the most common types and how to identify them in your area.
Edible pine needles make very tasty cookies, drinks, and syrups! Get all of the foraged pine needle recipes you need here.
How to use today's new conifers to add structure and texture to your garden all year round. And they add colour to your winter garden!
Conifer trees come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Our guide will help you make the best choices to add beauty and structure to your landscape.
We have been experiencing a rather typical Pacific Northwest February with plenty of chilly temperatures, rain showers, sun breaks and the occasional rainbow sighting. The other day, after complet…
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
Spruce tips have a bright, citrus flavor that works well in both savory and sweet dishes. Almost all conifer tips are edible, and the only exception is yew trees. Pine and fir tips have their
When thinking about pruning conifers—or any plant—it’s good to remember the old carpenter’s adage “Measure twice and cut once.”
Dwarf conifers as well as larger selections are included on our list of excellent evergreen trees and shrubs for gardens.
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
Cooking outdoors couldn't be easier and more delicious than with this foraged conifer needle and brown butter salmon.
Read on for tips on why and how to plant, grow and care for conifers in your garden, plus get conifer recommendations for any part of the garden.
Finding beauty in the hills of the Alexander Valley is hardly a difficult task—as residents of Sonoma Wine Country, we decorate our homes and tables with
Gardening with Evergreens & Conifers. Prescott is famous for its rolling forests of pine and juniper, so it’s natural to begin a landscape plan with these conifers. Because evergreens and conifers come in all shapes and sizes they are useful for privacy screens, foundation plantings, backdrops for flowerbeds, and accents in rock gardens.
Landscaping with evergreens is the backbone of most garden spaces. However, landscaping with conifers can be confusing. So how do you choose the best conifers for landscaping, keep them healthy, and improve your homes value over the long term? Here's how...
With patience, you can grow your own conifers from hardwood cuttings in a kitchen or sunroom that can easily double as a propagation area.
So here are the essentials guidelines for creating your own cottage garden, and of course, what are guidelines without inspiration?
At present it seems there are two extreme attitudes when it comes to conifers: love or hate. Those who love them may grow only conifers and perhaps little else, and those who hate them will not grow them at all. However, at the Bressingham Gardens we feel that if you meet the two attitudes half […]
How to brighten up a dreary winter by planting a variety of conifers for the shade. Fill in the gaps while balancing size and color.
With patience, you can grow your own conifers from hardwood cuttings in a kitchen or sunroom that can easily double as a propagation area.
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
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Flour made from wild plants existed long before agriculture, and many of them have a lot more flavor and nutrition than storebought flour. While leavened bread is a product of modern agriculture and civilization, flour
“A River Runs Through It” ‘A River Runs Through It’ is the title of a 1992 Robert Redford movie starring Brad Pitt set in Montana. It is an equally appropriate title for the majority of gardens I have designed, or redesigned in recent years. I am still experimenting but creating a river of a specific […]
Not all evergreens are created equal. A subset called conifers provide not only year-round greenery but ornamental cones that command attention.
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
My favorite of my boards on Pinterest is my “Great Garden Paths” board. I have a weakness for garden paths. There is something so incredibly inviting about a path through a garden. It says, “Explore me,” or “Feel free to look AND touch, I’m cool with it.” My favorite garden paths bend around corners, begging […]
When you're sprucing up your yard, you're going to want to shop conifers that'll contrast and support the landscaping you've already put down. What options do
Homeowners and landscapers are often searching for alternative conifers to replace blue spruce trees. This resource lists medium to large conifers adapted to Michigan soils and climate, which can fulfill many of the same landscape functions as blue spruce.
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
I have never toured a garden and not taken something away from it that I want to put into practice or plant in my own garden. If you ever feel like you’re in a gardening rut, it is the single most inspirational thing you can do. The garden I visited a few weeks ago was […]
