Author Archives: Peggy Hill

I’m Thankful for my Family

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Peggy Hill

I was planning a post about the Southeast Native Plant Conference, but I’ve been very busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. In addition to my fabulous husband Dale, all three of my wonderful kids, Dale’s mom and one of Jesse’s college friends are … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Visit

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Peggy Hill

I’m still planning on posting about the Native Plant Conference, but my dad arrived last Thursday for a nice visit. He is a big fan of my blog, and within a few hours he said, “You should show people what … Continue reading →

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Fun Facts to Know and Tell

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Peggy Hill

I went to the Native Plant Conference last weekend, and it was awesome! I have a big blog about it peculating in my head, but I wanted to post about fall color. We have had very little rain, and I … Continue reading →

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Bulb Planting Tip

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Peggy Hill

 For me, the hardest thing about writing a blog is trying to narrow down the multitude of things I want to say. Should I talk about how great the pineapple sage looks? It’s been blooming since October, and now it’s … Continue reading →

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Was I Drooling?

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Peggy Hill

Last Monday, Dale and I were killing time at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens  – I’m looking forward to coming back Nov. 4th and 5th for the Central South Native Plant Conference. We were waiting to meet our lovely and charming … Continue reading →

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The Girls’ Favorite Plants

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Peggy Hill

My lovely and talented daughter, Leandra, recently said, “You know mom, throughout my entire life, whenever anyone says, ‘You’re a little odd.’ I always say, ‘You should meet my mother.’” Well, I’m not the only one. Five more, sharing many … Continue reading →

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Hello. My Name is Peggy.

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Peggy Hill

I have been working on a blog that incorporates two very important aspects of my life: plants and girls’ weekend. But I’m overdue to post something, and explaining pictures like the following is harder than I had imagined. I decided … Continue reading →

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Sometimes it’s not all Good

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Peggy Hill

As handsome as he looks now, I’m sure he’s on his death bed. Early this spring there was a group of 3, each with several stems. He’s the last man standing. Actually, he’s not really standing; the only thing holding him … Continue reading →

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Gorgeous Gourds

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Peggy Hill

  I don’t usually do a lot of fall decorating, but Heatherly Farms had such a great selection, and they were all so cute. Also, there are several upcoming events that call for celebration and a little sprucing up. We … Continue reading →

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I Love my Garden

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Peggy Hill

Often, as I walk around the garden, my mind is full of thoughts such as, “Damn those mealy bugs! I need to spray again.” or “I better get that weed pulled before it spreads its evil seed all over.” Or … Continue reading →

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