Ann Loves Plants: a life in horticulture

  • Preparing to appear in a garden book…
    Preparing to appear in a garden book…

    In early 2023, Ann accepted an invite from friend Doreen Wynja to be included in a book about passionate gardeners. Reflecting on personal struggles, including a non-traditional marriage and health challenges, the author embraced the opportunity to share her journey while finding support in chosen family and community. Gardening served as a grounding force throughout…

  • Hanging on the Peninsula (Oh, the plants!)

    After my husband left, asking initially for a separation, and then weeks later for a divorce, I really have to admit now, that at that time, I wanted nothing more than to go away too but I really wasn’t able to do so since when you live with a chronic illness, saving money is far…

  • Wordless Wednesday: Woodland Dreamer in the City

    Himalayan Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum venustum) and Primrose ‘Gold Lace’ (Primula x polyantha ‘Gold Lace’). Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum). Dutchman’s Breeches, (Dicentra cucullaria). Primrose ‘Sunset Shades’, (Primula veris ‘Sunset Shades’). White Inside-Out Flower, (Vancouveria hexandra). And because this is Oregon, we just have ferns pop up randomly…

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