Posts by Karen Chapman
The Less is More Garden – Book Review & Giveaway.
I recently asked a group of gardening friends, if they could change anything about their garden, what would it be. The first – of many comments read " Make it bigger, much bigger! So many plants, so little space…" A common lament, yet having a modest sized garden does not mean compromising on function, style,…
Read MoreNew Year – New Opportunities; join me!
The Christmas decorations are packed away in the barn for another year and I'm back to work, excited for all the things ahead. I'm not one for resolutions, except for perhaps re-committing to myself, my family, and to you to always give my best. My parents instilled their sense of integrity and strong work ethic…
Read MoreA Christmas Wish
Thank you all for your encouragement, support and enthusiasm as my second book was released, a new design video launched and countless speaking engagements fulfilled. It has been wonderful to meet so many of you in person as I have traveled across the country this year, and heartwarming to hear how my words both written…
Read MoreWIN my NEW Container Gardening Course & MORE!
I'm so excited to announce the launch of my BRAND NEW online class Container Gardening to Suit Your Style, filmed for Garden Gate magazine earlier this year. This class goes far beyond the basics of teaching about soils and fertilizers although I do cover that. I teach you to understand and interpret the key…
Read MoreYour 2018 Gardener's Gift Guide
Carefully curated gifts for the garden lovers in your life. For the Book Lover You can't possibly go wrong with this; five star reviews, recommended by the Royal Horticulture Society, sold in all the best bookstores and botanical gardens: Gardening with Foliage First (Timber Press, 2017) is suitable for beginners or experienced gardeners alike. I…
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