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.

  • For the Love of Seeds
    For the Love of Seeds

    Sometimes I miss the early days of this blog and my life here at home playing with my own plants. With my bed nearby in the house I could crawl in and sleep, and my cats were always by my side. Back then I had little to no income, and my parents provided the monthly…

  • Don’t tell me that a garden is not political: My experience as a woman in horticulture
    Don’t tell me that a garden is not political: My experience as a woman in horticulture

    Difference, diversity, AND adversity can all be wonderful and nourishing things. The constant call to “sameness” honestly freaks me out. Don’t place that anxiety onto us. We have enough going on already.

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