Mother’s Day is approaching fast this weekend. As a nurseryman, please allow me to make this observation: mothers love to garden! A few gift ideas for readers:
- Mixed plantings of culinary herbs Pick a beautiful ceramic pot or hanging basket. Fill it with good potting soil, and then plant four 4” potted herbs. Pick some that will cascade from the top of the pot. Creeping herbs like thyme, oregano and rosemary can also be mixed with popular, upright herbs like parsley, sage and chives. Then tie a bow around the top of the pot.
- A European basket Start with a nice woven basket with a handle. Then place potted flowering herbs and tropical plants inside. Add some packets of flower seed, a hand trowel, and some colorful (and useful) gardening gloves, some ribbon, and a card. Another beautiful home-made gift.
- A living rose bush There are some magnificent roses available that bloom all year and require little attention. Look for the knock-out series, and home run. They will add beauty to the landscape all year long.
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