Ann Loves Plants: a life in horticulture

  • Revitalizing Lakewold Gardens: A Vision of Renewal
    Revitalizing Lakewold Gardens: A Vision of Renewal

    The post reflects on conversations between Ann and Justin Henderson, Director and Head Gardener at Lakewold Gardens, about the garden’s transformation and renewal plans. They discuss past challenges, a future vision, and the importance of maintenance. Ann expresses excitement for contributing to the garden’s development, emphasizing its vibrant community role and historical significance.

  • An Inspired Ornamental Vegetable Garden at Secret Garden Growers Nursery in Canby, OR
    An Inspired Ornamental Vegetable Garden at Secret Garden Growers Nursery in Canby, OR

    Like all good things I create, there’s always a complicated backstory. I joke about a recessive Sicilian need for baroque design in everything—but there’s a reason for that. It’s a need to hide the emotion and calculation behind the many ornate details. It’s about creating an unfolding drama—with so much love at its center. And…

  • Heronswood Garden: Connecting Plants and Peoples
    Heronswood Garden: Connecting Plants and Peoples

    I think the combination of the legacy of a plant hunter/explorer/horticulturist and the rebirth of this garden, in and on the garden Dan built, can teach us a lot about our relationships with plants.

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