John Markowski

LATEST ARTICLES ( 348 )

• Like Frankie Said "I Did It My Way"

  

  When we first moved into our home back in 2004, it was a complete blank slate in terms of plant life. There wasn't a tree or shrub to be found. I was excited an... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Wordless Wednesday - No More Flowers, and It is Going to Be OK

  

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  Posted on 23 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Even More Fall Color

  

  We are just about at peak Autumn color here in zone 6B New Jersey and a cold front is making its way in over the next day or so. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Revisiting the Garden at Federal Twist

  

  Back in June, I visited the Garden at Federal Twist and found myself inspired like never before. This friggin garden smacked me upside the head and said "This i... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Podcast #2 - "An Interview with Allan Becker"

  My second "Gardening Talk with ONG" podcast is in the books.Tonight I interviewed Montreal's own Allan Becker - garden designer, consultant, coach and jack of... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Perennials Have Fall Color Too

  

  In my part of the gardening universe, the Maple trees get all the pub when it comes to Fall color (rightfully so in many cases). Read more

  Posted on 17 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - October 2013

  

  Slim pickens here today my friends, so keep your expectations in check, OK? Mucho appreciated. Sneezeweed 'Short 'n' Sassy' Sedum 'Autumn Fire'Sedum 'Autumn... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• The Many Faces of Amsonia Tabernaemontana (Eastern Bluestar)

  

  A trip back in time with Amsonia tabernaemontana, starting with today and looking as far back as the middle of spring: Read more

  Posted on 14 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Wordless Wednesday - The Leaves of Autumn

  

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  Posted on 09 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Blooming Miscanthus

  

  Miscanthus 'Gracillimus'Miscanthus 'Morning Light'Miscanthus 'Variegatus'Grass on grass action - Miscanthus 'Gracillimus' and Miscanthus purpurascens Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Clethra Alnifolia (Summersweet) 'Ruby Spice'

  

  When I shop for shrubs, I have specific criteria that I cannot compromise on. The shrub must be deer resistant and tolerant of wet, poorly drained soil. Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Gardening and Beer, Never Fear

  

  I know that posting daily is a bit excessive, not to mention narcissistic, but I can't help myself, and here's why. I had every intention tonight of taking... Read more

  Posted on 03 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Autumn Kicks Some Major Booty

  

  I have intended to get out in the garden and get my paws dirty within the last week or so but I can't bring myself to do it right now. Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Baptisia Gone Wild

  

  This past weekend was my 17th wedding anniversary, and before I get into this post, I had to show you the gift we received from my daughter: Is that classic or... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Let's Slow Fall Down a Bit

  

  Autumn has progressed quite nicely since I returned from Atlanta and I would be cool with freezing time for a stretch so we could chill out and enjoy the more... Read more

  Posted on 27 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Garden Bloggers Conference 2013

  

  It has been over a week since I last posted (heresy, I know) but there was a good reason for the lack of activity. I just returned from the Garden Bloggers... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Butterfly Hunting at the Horseshoe Bend Preserve

  

  I know it is cliche, but it is also dead on - Some of the coolest and most interesting things are in your own backyard. When I read the following article this... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Enjoying the Foliage Colors

  

  While we have yet to technically venture into Autumn, you could really feel it in the air today. A nice chill outdoors, a blazing bright sun and even some... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Garden Bloggers Bloom Day

  

  Some blooms are new:Physostegia (Obedient Plant) 'Vivid'Chelone (Turtle Head) 'Hot Lips'Boltonia 'Pink Beauty'Some blooms keep on keeping on after consistent... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME

• Miscanthus Purpurascens (Flame Grass)

  

  How about the colors on this gem of an ornamental grass? Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2013 GARDENING, HOME