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Japanese Garden Checklist

9 elements to appreciate next time you visit a Japanese garden.

Of all the garden styles, my favorite has always been the Japanese garden. I love how they are built around shape, texture and symbolism to create a tranquil retreat that inspires peaceful contemplation. Best time to go (in my opinion) is in the Fall when most other garden types have little of interest.

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Attention plant lovers: Iceland is a must-see!

No need for a long stay, just tag it onto your next trip. Icelandair allows their customers to stopover in Iceland from 1-7 days for no additional charge. I stayed for only 3 days and it was a life-changing experience. Read more for when to go to Iceland and what to do as a plant lover.

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Initiative to Support Health Care Workers Affected by COVID 19

our staff who feel so privileged to still be working are eager to offer their time on Saturdays to cut a lawn, clean up a yard, weed out some garden beds, whatever we can do to give these front line healthcare workers something positive to come home to at the end of their long shifts.

We’re asking that anybody who might know a healthcare worker get in touch with us through this contact form. Let’s all continue to do our part in flattening the curve and limiting the load on our amazing frontline workers and hospitals.

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