by Janit Calvo | Aug 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
It was 2006 when I got the call from the USDA. Needless to say, being “a tad worried” was an understatement. I mean, really, what in the world did the USDA want with me, a budding entrepreneur just getting ready for her first big garden show-gig? And, I...
by Janit Calvo | Aug 10, 2022 | Garden as Metaphor
“How do you know the plant is established?” That is one of the more common questions that I get asked when I teach beginner-gardeners about the joy of miniature gardening. Did you know that plants can only do one thing at a time? Have you ever seen a plant multi-task?...
by Janit Calvo | Aug 2, 2022 | Outdoors
Junipers and Mugo Pines are a perfect choice for summertime conditions – and great for the winter extremes as well. Used as container plants or right in the garden bed, these hardy choices make for less work and more fun in the miniature garden because they can handle...
by Janit Calvo | Jul 27, 2022 | The Business
I had to laugh when I saw this almost-ancient article at my local model train store. It was taped on to the front of the cash register; I guess I missed seeing it during my many visits to the store. I’ve never considered myself a “hobby dealer”...
by Janit Calvo | Jul 20, 2022 | Connecting
So, the Covid fairy finally found us before the Fourth and we lived to tell the tale. I must say, (and yes, you know I’m biased,) that the hobby of miniature gardening is pret-ty handy to have around if you’re stuck at home with a bunch of time on your hands. I...
