Springtime is officially here. As the ground thaws and temperatures start to rise, the best parts of spring are within reach – flowers blooming, visits to local nurseries, and planting (although this may still be a month away).
Over the past two weeks, we have enjoyed sporadic afternoons outside – getting the various gardens and the greenhouse ready for the upcoming season and creating a tapered patio for our fire pit and blue hydrangea bushes (so stay tuned for updates). Besides our wonderful views of the Hudson River, my favorite part of our River House is the unique garden spaces including the french country garden, the Asian meditation garden, the whispy beach garden, the ever-growing vegetable and herb garden, and the butterfly garden.
For four years, I have only bought seeds from Hudson Valley Seed Company, which has the best and most diverse seeds that are sure to grow in this region (although some of the success of the garden ultimately lies with you). I usually always buy my greens, root vegetables, and beans/ peas by seed and opt for the rest of my plants from local nurseries including Story’s and Guptill’s.
In preparation for the 2022 season, I just wanted to share our plans that have developed over the long, cold winter and our seed collection (thus far). Me being the extremely organized person I am, have mapped and planned every area of the garden, from the pea trellises to the butterfly garden.
To add some greater functionality to the garden, I have purchased two raised cedar beds, had my father build a beautifully repurposed DIY outdoor planting bench, and got a steal on an antique bistro set at a local estate sale! I also bought a few pieces to add a modern twist to my garden, including a yellow oval-shaped rattan outdoor chair and a tall, sleek white planter. So stay tuned.
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