Van Bourgondien

Plant Hardiness

Using Tough Plants in the Garden

I'd rather fall in love with a tough plant - one that can take whatever I dish out (or fail to) and still thrive. It makes the entire gardening experience more rewarding, and inevitably gives better results.

Winter Gardens in Living Color

I began planning a garden that could be seen from my window that would be as colorful as possible all winter long.

Mix It Up in the Garden

Almost everyone agrees that spring is one of the most beautiful seasons in the garden. But I’ve often wondered why so many people associate gardens and gardening only with spring.