Author Archives: Peggy Hill

Worth the Wait

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Peggy Hill

My new favorite plant is this Helleborus foetidus ‘Red Silver’. It arrived from Plant Delights Nursery in spring of 2011, and it finally bloomed. The foliage is a wonderful silver/blue. I was hoping more of the blossoms would have that red … Continue reading →

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I’m Excited

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Peggy Hill

This spring is going to be amazing! It kicks off with the Nashville Lawn & Garden Show Feb. 28 – March 3. Blue and I always have so much fun, and we meet the nicest people. I posted some pictures … Continue reading →

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Am I Optimistic or Crazy?

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Peggy Hill

One of my favorite people on earth is Charles, and he always says, “The definition of crazy is doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results.” I know this is sound business advice, but it doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The Need for Natives

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Peggy Hill

The Need for Natives is the title of an article I’m writing for the October issue of Alabama Gardener Magazine, and it’s also the title of the speech I gave to the garden club gals. I think it went well, … Continue reading →

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So far in 2013

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Peggy Hill

I bought this spectacular houseplant Dracaena ‘Lemon Surprise’ at Sweat Peas Nursery in Birmingham. Sweat Peas Nursery is directly across from my hair salon, Salon U, and I’m thinking of offering Mark an extra large tip to swivel my chair … Continue reading →

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What’s your Name?

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Peggy Hill

I had to go through all my 2013 pictures, and I was surprised at how many great pictures never made it into a blog. I think the reason this pretty dahlia never hit the blog is because I’m not quite sure … Continue reading →

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What you Missed – Pots

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Peggy Hill

I need a favor, and y’all owe me. Here I sit, week after week, slaving over my laptop, cropping pictures and writing amusing and informative information, all for your benefit. All you have to do is click your mouse to … Continue reading →

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What you Missed – Part 1

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Peggy Hill

In reviewing my 2012 pictures, I realized there were some great shots that never made it into a blog. These are my favorites from the first half of the year. The houseplant, walking iris blooms in February. They call it … Continue reading →

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Helleborus don’t get Vacation

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Peggy Hill

This is pretty much my motto whenever I go on vacation. The cruise ship agrees. One more New Years Vacation picture. Did the maid think the shoes should be tip-toeing so they wouldn’t disturb us when they start dancing? I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Christmas Bouquet

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Peggy Hill

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas or happy holiday or whatever. Between all the holiday activities and my new activist role, I only have time for a quick post to show you my Christmas bouquet. By the way, my daughter … Continue reading →

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