Thunbergia alata

A New Leaf

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I am an absolute sucker for old-style plant catalogs. Sure, vendors offer greater variety online, and I always order that way, but there is something irresistible about all of those vibrant flowers, fruits and vegetables. They demand your full attention and all but leap off the pages, making it clear that their ultimate intention is … Read more

Twining Susan

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I am not always wildly successful at growing plants from seeds.  This is because, I don’t have a full-fledged seed-starting set-up indoors and I do have a full-time job.  Excuses aside, I am much better at letting plants sow themselves outdoors and grubbing out the occasional unwanted seedlings.   That method ensures that I can lavish … Read more