How to protect your garden when it’s hot, hot, hot
During a week of sweltering temperatures, you may have spent your days at the breezy beach or even avoided the great outdoors altogether by taking cover in cool air conditioning. Unfortunately, your garden had nowhere to hide and might be showing signs of distress....
When planning your pollinator garden, consider the ‘locals’ of the winged world
Happy Pollinator Week! Perhaps you missed the memo, but the international celebration of pollinators occurs for one week every year in June. This year, the special week lasts from June 16-22, with the theme “Pollinators Weave Connections” to emphasize the...
The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point installs 2025-2026 officers
The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point installed new officers for the upcoming 2025-2026 year at the annual celebration picnic in Kennedy Park. Sally Pietrofitta is now acting President and Emerald Hornig is Treasurer. The club will meet again September 2nd, but...
Focus on the flower: Tall verbena
Most of the plants in my garden have gained my affection for one reason or another, perhaps because they were a gift from a dear friend or because I love the way their scent fills the air. Currently, the many virtues of verbena bonariensis, commonly known as tall...
Ocean City Flower Show blossoms with ‘Broadway’ theme
The annual Ocean City Flower Show delighted crowds at the Music Pier last weekend. This year’s theme, “Broadway in Bloom,” showcased vibrant and creative displays by local residents, ranging from expressive arrangements to miniatures and shadow boxes. The beauty of...
