Blogs

I am so excited to give you an update on our Mallard Mother and her EIGHT babies – yes eight.  We came in last week to the sounds of chirping and there were the cutest little chicks.

Earlier in the week, I was able to sneak in a day at our farm and say hello to our team of ducks.  We have a large pond that is home-base to ducks and geese and they have it pretty good.  I love the waddles and quacks; they make me smile every time. 

Recently when watering our outdoor plants at Valley Forge Flowers, one of our employees stumbled on a Mallard duck sitting in one of our planters. 

We are leaving today to set-up our tent in the Gardener’s Marketplace at the 21^st Newport Flower Show.  

This time last year I had my first TSV, and it was truly a dream come true.  What a fantastic experience to have so many people love the Blooming Mats as much as I did.  I remember saying that introducing your first product is much like being a proud mom, and boy is that true again this weekend!

This is the perfect time to make your doorways even more welcoming with a beautiful spring wreath.  Watch how simple it is to create your very own. 

A piece of heaven is my take on the Croque Monsieur – the “King Monsieur.” I adapted this recipe and think it’s the ideal comfort food for a nice chilly day.  Let me know what you think!

I think we all could enjoy a bit of a “summer escape” in the cold of February.   Here are a few plants that we all can enjoy no matter what our climate zone and an easy Pineapple-Coconut Bar recipe that will make you warm all over.

I can’t tell you how much I look forward to the St. David’s Fair every October! This year I not only left with a full stomach and lots of treasures, but also with a fantastic recipe for Chocolate Pecan Pie. Guess what I will be serving at my Thanksgiving dinner this year!   

My husband Joe and I have a farm in Eastern Pennsylvania. It’s 35 acres with two barns, a few run-in sheds and our 18th century log cabin—all 1,800 square feet of it. We love the rustic charm of our cozy home – it’s been our ideal retreat. I'd love to give you a little tour!