Merry Christmas! As I was thinking of how to craft a message of encouragement and blessing for all our families …
A Myrtle Moment
Our season of evergreen greenery is here—perfect time for a myrtle moment. This Biblical beauty, Myrtus communis, is …
A Garden Named for Jesus
Dear Gardeners, I hope you have had a cozy and glorious Thanksgiving with your family and friends. On such a holy day, I …
Garden Glimpses of God
I know you sense God’s presence with you in your garden—however comforting yet mysterious, vague, or elusive He might …
A Father’s Tree, The Lollipop® Crabapple Story
What a joy to bring you a story of a father's tree, a crabapple crafted for home gardening, a sweet story for the Lord’s …
Say “So Long, Summer” with Sorghum
A sole sorghum plant in my garden has intrigued me with mystery over the last several months. This spikey grain stood …
Fall Planning for Flowers of the Field
Even as the first stirrings of fall begin to freshen the days, we gardeners are already thinking, ‘Spring!’ Autumn’s …
Where Can I Find Bible Plants in Minneapolis?
Bible plants in Minneapolis?! This northern city is 13 degrees further north in latitude and at least 4 hardiness zones …
Good Figs in Jeremiah 24
Have you had a summer fig harvest? There is nothing like feasting on these fascinating fruits, a special, grow-your-own …
Scripture Garden
Have your summer travels taken you to faraway gardens? I was excited to visit an old favorite last week, one of …
Cultivating Calamus
Join me in a summer garden adventure by cultivating calamus. Normally, I report to you on plants from the Bible once …
American Roots Book Review
This week’s start of summer is usually a signal to start reading about gardening…because soaring temperatures make it …