Cut FlowersIt's a dream of many gardeners to have flowers filling vases from spring to frost. So, how do you make that dream a reality? Plant a cutting garden!Different from…
Tips for SuccessMemorial Day weekend has arrived! For many gardeners, this time marks the transition into the main growing season. We are past severe frosts and ready to plant. Here…
World Bee Day is May 20th!Learn more here: https://www.worldbeeday.org/en/When we think of pollinators, we often think of honey bees and butterflies, but lots of other insects help out, too, including…
Container Gardening Don't have a garden, or need to add a little something to your porch or patio? Grab a pot! As long as you can provide the right amount…
When It’s Time to Plant You’ve chosen and prepped your planting space - whether in the ground, in a raised bed, or in containers. Now how do you choose from…
From the Ground Up: The Dirt on Soil Soil is truly the foundation of any garden, but what is it? Soil is alive! It is made up of minerals, nutrients, organic matter,…
Getting Started: Planning Your Garden Space Spring has sprung! The birds are chirping and the daffodils and tulips are in bloom. In 2020, many people started growing their own vegetables,…
First Things First - IntroductionsHello, and welcome to the blog! My name is Emily Gardner and, conveniently, I love to garden! At Saratoga Associates, I serve as the Director of…
Constructing a New Normal: Design, Planning, & Work-life Balance Has sheltering in place finally allowed us the time to make our spaces feel like home? Or have we lost that…
Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan (LWRP) and Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) have a lot to offer communities looking to develop downtowns, parks, trails, and waterfronts. Understanding funding…
