Shelley BarnettOct 6, 2019Plant Profile: BaptisiaFalse Indigo bap-TEE-zsah long blooming native tough, virtually pest- and disease-free attractive foliage with intriguing seedpods, a...
Shelley BarnettJan 1, 2019Everchanging Light ShowThere is infinite beauty around us and it is enhanced by the everchanging light show: illuminating, highlighting and making even the...
Shelley BarnettOct 28, 2018A Softer Side of FallFall in New England is known for its spectacular foliage with striking reds, oranges and yellows. These bold colors often overshadow the...
Shelley BarnettJul 20, 2018It's Easy Being GreenAccording to Kermit, "It's not that easy being green; having to spend each day the color of the leaves." I believe it IS easy being green...
Shelley BarnettDec 28, 2017Icy Day GloryAfter a recent storm we were left with an ice covered world. It was spectacular while briefly lit by the sun. Even after the sun went...
Shelley BarnettOct 30, 2017A Fall FarewellSpring may be my favorite season but fall is a close second. I love the cool weather, changing colors and transformation of nature into...
Shelley BarnettOct 7, 2017Monarchs of the MeadowWalking in my local meadow is a favorite pastime of mine. Since not seeing any monarch butterflies there in 2014, I've noticed an...
Shelley BarnettSep 18, 2017Busy BeesIt's September and the bees are in a frenzied state gathering every bit of nectar and pollen they can from the late season flowers. They...
Shelley BarnettAug 11, 2017Luscious LotusThere is a treasure in my neighborhood that is unexpected and beautiful. In a garden, in a small pond, is the most wonderful lotus plant....
Shelley BarnettApr 19, 2017Spring BlingSpring is my favorite season. It is the season of my birth and of new beginnings. Spring buds hold the promise of hidden beauty and bring...