Here in Kansas City, we’re enjoying a winter wonderland. Over the weekend, we got 7+ inches of a beautiful, wet, heavy snow — the kind that makes trees branches hang heavy and snowmen come alive. It’s absolutely gorgeous, and if you ask Blaze and Beau, it makes our daily walk extra fun.
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***WARNING: The photos contained in this post may cause garden envy. Use extreme caution if viewing within driving distance of an open garden center.***
Master Gardener \ ˈmas-tər ˈgärd-nər \: 1) A title worthy of respect and admiration 2) One of my life goals 3) Owner of an amazing private garden
Perhaps amazing is an understatement — it certainly would be if all of their gardens look like the ones I toured on the 2018 Johnson County Master Gardeners Tour. The 7 gardens on display were like something straight out of a magazine. If you were in need of garden inspiration, this was the place to get it. (And I certainly did!) Continue Reading
Pro tip: always grab a bottle of water before you start your tour of a 50-acre botanical garden in central Florida, even if it is February. Otherwise, you may end up at the opposite end of the garden — surrounded by stunning Camellia blooms — when a part of your brain starts whining, “Are we done yet? I’m thiiiirsty.” Trust me — it’s a tough task to fully appreciate the 230+ cultivars of Camellias Leu Gardens has on display when your brain is acting like a three-year-old at an art museum, so just make sure to bring water along. Continue Reading
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So glad you’re here! I’m Sarah — garden enthusiast, animal lover, and blogger. I live with my husband and four-legged children in Kansas. Learn more…