by Noelle Bertram | Jun 28, 2024 | Home & Garden
How to Keep Foxgloves from Falling Over Foxgloves & delphiniums are two of my favorite flowers. And both are quintessential cottage garden flowers….bringing a sense of romance to the garden. But because they grow so tall (up to 3 or 4 feet), they can fall...
by Noelle Bertram | Jun 10, 2024 | Home & Garden
How to Prevent Weeds in Flower Beds This year in Central Oregon has been a HUGE year for weeds. From countless windy days, to plentiful rain & snow during winter, & now to strong sun: this has been a recipe for tons of weeds! All my friends who own homes...
by Noelle Bertram | May 21, 2024 | Home & Garden
How to Create a French Country Dining Room Sooo….I’ve written about French country gardens, & most recently, about great French country paint colors. This relaxed, yet formal style seems to be having a “Comeback Moment.” In its more...
by Noelle Bertram | Apr 30, 2024 | Home & Garden
Best Faux Plants for the Front Porch Every year in spring: I re-purchase hydrangeas & foxgloves for my front porch pots. Those particular flowers never seem to survive the harsh Central Oregon winters (in a pot)! This can get expensive though, if you’re...
by Noelle Bertram | Apr 24, 2024 | Home & Garden
What are the Best Cottage Garden Flowers? What are the best cottage garden flowers? Shrubs & plants that just ooze romance & charm! I have two favorite garden styles: a relaxed French country garden, & a beautiful, flower-filled English cottage garden. ...
by Noelle Bertram | Apr 12, 2024 | Home & Garden
What are the Best French Country Paint Colors? Of all the places I’ve traveled in the world, France has influenced me most in terms of designing home & garden. My yard incorporates many elements of French country style. And in my home: I appreciate the...
