Category Archives: Plants & Gardening

The Art of growing and cultivating plants: vegetables, flowers, fruits and ornamental plants. Focusing on eco friendly and sustainable techniques: guerrilla gardening, vertical gardens, edible yards, garden art, and more.

Mulberry Tree?

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Art for Housewives

Covid has kept us away from our lovely Sussurrata. Our little family of plants has felt our absence. Some old friends have died while we were away. But then there are the unexpected new entries. Such as that of a … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Paros, Plants & Gardening, Volver the cat | Tagged container garden, La Sussurrata, mulberry, mulberry leaves, Pruning | Leave a comment

In Repose

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Art for Housewives

I will be taking a break from “Toni O” stories for awhile. It will take some time to metabolize all that has happened. And I want to reflect on the best way to continue her story. In the meantime, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Paros, Plants & Gardening | Tagged spolia, Toni O | Leave a comment

Dentist Day

Posted on July 5, 2021 by Art for Housewives

My dentist and his assistant are always so nice and attentive that they make me feel special. So after my appointment the other morning, I walked back home and took a few fotos to celebrate the day. Many streets are … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Plants & Gardening, Rome/Italy | Tagged gratitude, oleander, Parioli, via Bertoloni | 2 Comments

Ambrosial

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Art for Housewives

While watering the plants this morning, an unexpected fragrance stepped inside my nose. For the first time, our honeysuckle had flowered and the smell was intense. Smell has the magic of quickly activating one’s memory so the scent of honeysuckle … Continue reading →