I recently returned from the granddaddy of all indoor flower shows, the
Philadelphia Flower Show. I was speaking about my new book Vegetable Gardening
for Dummies on behalf of the Gardener’s Supply Company. It was a packed house
and the show was amazing. The theme of the show is Passport to the World and it
features more than 30 show gardens from countries such as India, China,
Singapore, Netherlands, Brazil, and South Africa. The artistic expression and
breath of flowers that were forced into bloom was amazing. Just to see colors
and greenery this time of year was a treat!
So, what’s a cabin fevered Vermonter to do? You could hop a flight to
Philadelphia. The show goes through March 7th. Or visit one of the closer shows.
The Boston Flower and Garden Show is back! After a one-year hiatus, the show
will be held from March 24 to 28, 2010 at the Seaport World Trade Center. The
theme this year is a Feast for Your Senses, with show gardens, exhibits, and
talks throughout the 5-day run.
Even closer to home is the Gorgeous Gardens and Green Living Show hosted by the
Vermont Nursery and Landscape Association. The show is held on Saturday and
Sunday, March 13 and 14th, at the Riley Rink in Manchester, Vermont. It features
display gardens and talks on horticulture, agriculture, and sustainable homes
and gardens by local and national gardeners, such as Julie Moir Meservy.
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