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The Brimfield Antiques Show: Where to Stay, Where to Eat, and How to Navigate the Show.
Carmen Cooks: Your New Signature Cocktail
A couple of weeks ago I got to share with you my favorite recipe from Samin Nosrat’s Salt Fat Acid Heat (link) and this week I want to share my take on several great summer cocktails. These recipes are super easy to follow and many of the fresh ingredients are ones you may have growing […]
Summer Planter Tips and the Perfect Plants for Full Sun & Full Shade
I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer so far! Whether you are relaxing at the beach, on your way home from vacation, or just trying to make it through this heat, it is time to give your plants some summer love! Following spring and the first chunk of summer weather, I like to call […]
What is a Landscape Designer and 6 Reasons to Hire One
First off, let’s clarify what exactly a landscape designer or architect actually is. Yes, a landscape designer does tell you what color flowers to put in your yard and which bushes will best frame your windows, but the work of a landscape designer encompasses so much more. Hiring a designer is about creating “good bones” […]
Carmen Cooks: Highlighting Our Favorite Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat Recipe
Since its release in 2017, I hope you have heard of the new revolutionary cookbook Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat and its following Netflix series by the same name. Nosrat’s work boils all cooking down to four simple elements: Salt, Fat, Acid, and Heat . Her philosophy is this, anyone can be a […]
The Event and Feature of a Lifetime
Last week in our Father’s Day Blog I had the opportunity to share with you where my roots in the gardening business had started with my wonderful father. It is incredible to see this many years down the road the opportunities and adventures that have come from my time in this industry. The amazing events, […]
DIY: A Floral Fourth of July Tablescape
Independence Day is just a couple of weeks away and it is wonderful to watch our nation get into the holiday spirit. With flags everywhere and our nation’s colors on every piece of merchandise in stores, it is time for you to start planning your party or barbeque! Our team here at Carmen Johnston Gardens […]
The Gift of a Father
I have had so many people ask me over the years how I got my start in the garden industry and for the most part, Carmen Johnston Gardens began over a decade ago as I began to pursue my passion in gardening. However, my roots in “playing in the dirt” go back many more years […]
Summer Plant Survival 101
Your kids are out of school for the summer, the heat has hit, and it is time to escape to somewhere cooler- or at least someplace with a beach! As you pack up for vacation and check things off your list there is one thing that might be really easy to forget- your plants! Before […]
Carmen’s Guide to Your Best Window Box
I have a huge affinity for window boxes in all shapes, sizes, and colors! They are very near and dear to my heart as they remind me of my childhood. My father is from Austria, and if you have ever been there or to other areas of Europe you probably noticed that window boxes play […]
Palm Beach: A Garden Lover’s Guide
I hope each and every one of you had a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend, getting to spend time with friends and family as we graciously remember those who gave everything for the freedom we get to enjoy. For our team here at Carmen Johnston Gardens we have had a wonderful and busy spring with many […]
New York City in Florals
Like many big cities around the globe, New York City boasts a wonderful array of florals and landscape design. From window boxes to restaurant gardens, displays of local and international flora can be found almost everywhere. Depending on where the city takes you, there is something for everyone from botanical gardens to community gardens to […]
The Kentucky Derby: Flowers, Food, & Friends at their Finest!
About two weeks ago as we walked onto the plane to find our seats there was something very different about this flight than any other I had been on. Rather than the overhead compartments filling up with small suitcases, the bins began to fill up with large colorful boxes. Yes- hatboxes! People opted to put […]
DIY: A Breakaway Floral Arrangement in 10 Easy Steps
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to lead a floral class and teach a wonderful group of ladies my favorite arrangement tips and tricks. Every year the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl holds a charity golf tournament at Lake Oconee for NCAA coaches, professional golfers, and celebrities. The Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Challenge has given a […]
Succulents for Summer + video tutorial
Sun-loving succulents are perfect for summer temps (and traveling). Learn how to plant a stunning and successful succulent container.
Happy Spring from The Home Depot
Hello, Atlanta friends! This Saturday I will be at The Home Depot in Midtown at 650 Ponce de Leon Avenue. Grab some containers and come get your hands dirty with me for some good old-fashioned gardening fun. As an added bonus, you will leave with a gorgeous spring container garden that will make all your […]
Artists We Love: Anna Kincaide and Our Love Affair with Hydrangeas
Flowers and fashion–what’s not to love? That’s exactly what artist Anna Kincaide offers in her latest series of paintings. We found Anna via Gallery Orange, a contemporary art gallery in New Orleans owned and curated by the fabulous Tracy Gielbert. When we saw ‘Dreaming with You’ it stopped us in our tracks! Gorgeous, right? I […]
6 Plants for Summer Garden Success (Video Tutorial)
6 plants that can take the heat and last all summer long!
House for Sale in Columbus, Georgia
That’s right–we’re moving! With everything that happened last year after Tommy’s heart attack, we have decided to make a fresh start. Finding a new home and leaving this one behind is definitely bittersweet because we really love our house. I am especially sad about saying goodbye to my dream garden. When we first moved in […]
How to Take Your Plants from Centerpiece to Container (Video Tutorial)
There is nothing quite like using live plants for a centerpiece. During Easter week, we created a live ‘n’ luscious centerpiece using Spanish Lavender, Creeping Jenny, Lemon Butter Ferns, and Kale. (Hint: ‘Like’ Carmen Johnston Gardens on Facebook for more live video tutorials!) Yesterday, we replanted that very same centerpiece into a few different containers. […]