The
Absentee
Gardener

Go, get out in it.

What I do

Botanical Paper

Meet flowers of the High Country when you make a dozen paper blooms. Upcoming Classes Β»

Write

Nature stories published in our local newspapers. Read Β»

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Podcast exploring gardening in North Carolina. Listen Β»

Latest Posts

  • Glourious phlox

    Glourious phlox

    The genus Phlox is comprised of approximately 60 species that are native to the United States. Recently the Mount Cuba… Read more

  • Yes, there are plants we can’t grow

    β€œWhat is it about echinacea? Why can’t I grow it?” Kit’s neighbor asked her. Continue reading on The Local Reporter, Chapel… Read more

  • What goes around

    What goes around

    A year ago, Kit developed what she thought was an original idea: Why not plant a clematis with a rose? To… Read more