Thankfully, we are right in the garden capital of the country and I’ve already been lucky to visit the wonderful gardens at Chanticleer, Brooklyn Botanic, Mount Cuba and more. I was even invited to judge the plant displays at a local country fair, which was quite an introduction to the local culture.
As soon as the Christmas displays have been installed, I am changing gear and moving into Greenhouse Production. The space age glass houses are a far cry from my previous experience, but I am eager to learn how the magic happens behind the scenes. Meanwhile, I am planning my trips around the country, with the first to Arizona in March, timed to catch the best of the spring desert blooms.