I became a Master Gardener for three reasons: I love to garden; I enjoy volunteer work, and I am a lifelong learner.
I am most interested in native plants of Tennessee. I love plant propagation and sharing seeds. To me, sharing beautiful plants with friends and family is a priceless gift. Plants are living things to care for and treasure. We have planted several trees on our property in memoriam of loved ones.
My favorite plants are marigolds and bearded iris.
My favorite thing about the Master Gardener program so far is enjoying the gardens at Highland Rim Research Station as well as the community gardens throughout Robertson County. The early morning or late evening are the most enjoyable times-cooler temperatures and serenity.
My other hobbies are knitting, putting together 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzles, and traveling.
I was born and raised in Northeast Ohio. I have lived in Tennessee, Kentucky, Germany, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New York, and Alabama.
I have always been interested in flower gardening as my grandmother raised beautiful flowers. It always impressed me how she knew the proper names for each flower.
In my lifetime, I have moved over thirty times. My husband is retired from the Army, and we have lived overseas and in many parts of the US.
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