by Tammy Thornton | Jul 16, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Gardening, South Jersey, What's Happening
Sunny skies set the scene for a perfect summer day for The Little Gardens Club of Atlantic City 2026 garden tour, held on Sunday, July 12. Attendees of the self-guided tour were able to wander through and admire private gardens in Egg Harbor Township and Linwood. Each...
by Tammy Thornton | Jul 9, 2026 | South Jersey, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Gardening
Like a friend that comes back to visit every summer, the flowers of Bee Balm (Monarda) show up in my garden late in June, hang around until the first frost, then fade away until the following season. Bee Balm has an unusual look that reminds me of fireworks, which is...
by Tammy Thornton | Jul 2, 2026 | South Jersey, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Gardening
While summer provides the full sun and warmth that flowers need to be at their peak, heat waves are too much of a good thing. An extended period of extreme heat can damage plants and wreak havoc on your garden. Fortunately, you can take steps to protect your plants to...
by Tammy Thornton | Jun 25, 2026 | Food & Beverage, Atlantic County, Editorial, Gardening, South Jersey
Welcome to summer! If you are anything like me, summertime means an influx of visitors and parties. Fortunately, you will now have the perfect cheese board to wow your guests or hostesses. However, this is not your typical charcuterie, but the viral cheese canvas — a...
by Tammy Thornton | Jun 18, 2026 | Features, Editorial, Gardening, South Jersey
Whether you are a newbie gardener who wants to find ways to stock your garden or a seasoned gardener looking for variety, plant swaps are a fun way to fill your garden. Over the years, I have discovered interesting new plants through exchanges, and often made a new...
