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Things I See Around Town: Mary Grigg’s Garden

Posted on July 12, 2019 by johnvic8

Several weeks ago I visited a beautiful garden in Mint Hill, NC. Mary Griggs began developing her two acre garden almost 25 years ago, and what she has created is nothing short of breathtaking. Mary told me was inspired by … Continue reading →

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In a Vase on Monday: Hydrangea Farewell

Posted on August 17, 2015 by johnvic8

This will probably be the last week this year that we can include hydrangeas in our weekly offering for In a Vase on Monday. I see no new buds. My Arranger suggested two simple but distinct settings for displaying them. Please visit Cathy … Continue reading →

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In a Vase on Monday: The Return of a Favorite

Posted on June 1, 2015 by johnvic8

My Arranger and I are delighted with the return of the hydrangeas to bloom here on the first day of June…and on a Monday no less. How appropriate to select some of the new blooms on ‘Endless Summer’ hydrangea to … Continue reading →

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In a Vase on Monday: In My Garden Today

Posted on June 22, 2014 by johnvic8

I walked around my garden this morning looking for blossoms I could include in this week’s vase. The big swatch of lavender color is coming from three chaste trees (Vitex agnus-castus cvv.), the hydrangeas are covered, and several hostas are in … Continue reading →

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