Shelley Barnett
Plant Profile: Baptisia
False Indigo bap-TEE-zsah long blooming native tough, virtually pest- and disease-free attractive foliage with intriguing seedpods, a...
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Shelley Barnett
- Jan 1, 2019
Everchanging Light Show
There is infinite beauty around us and it is enhanced by the everchanging light show: illuminating, highlighting and making even the...
Shelley Barnett
- Oct 28, 2018
A Softer Side of Fall
Fall in New England is known for its spectacular foliage with striking reds, oranges and yellows. These bold colors often overshadow the...
Shelley Barnett
- Jul 20, 2018
It's Easy Being Green
According to Kermit, "It's not that easy being green; having to spend each day the color of the leaves." I believe it IS easy being green...
Shelley Barnett
- Dec 28, 2017
Icy Day Glory
After a recent storm we were left with an ice covered world. It was spectacular while briefly lit by the sun. Even after the sun went...
Shelley Barnett
- Oct 30, 2017
A Fall Farewell
Spring may be my favorite season but fall is a close second. I love the cool weather, changing colors and transformation of nature into...
Shelley Barnett
- Oct 7, 2017
Monarchs of the Meadow
Walking in my local meadow is a favorite pastime of mine. Since not seeing any monarch butterflies there in 2014, I've noticed an...
Shelley Barnett
- Sep 18, 2017
Busy Bees
It's September and the bees are in a frenzied state gathering every bit of nectar and pollen they can from the late season flowers. They...
Shelley Barnett
- Aug 11, 2017
Luscious Lotus
There is a treasure in my neighborhood that is unexpected and beautiful. In a garden, in a small pond, is the most wonderful lotus plant....
Shelley Barnett
- Apr 19, 2017
Spring Bling
Spring is my favorite season. It is the season of my birth and of new beginnings. Spring buds hold the promise of hidden beauty and bring...
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