Memories from the 2015 Garden Bloggers Fling in Toronto linger. And as I think about what I want to achieve in my small backyard this year, I am reminded of the many gardens that inspire me.
- Lush spaces.
This Cabbagetown front yard is small but packed with shade-loving hosta and lady’s mantle under the graceful limbs of a dogwood. A purple barberry adds a punch of color.
2. Art in the garden.
Strips of metal create a sculptural element. I love art in a garden.
3. Edibles.
A Cabbagetown garden proves you don’t need a lot of space to grow edibles.
4. Good things come from small spaces.
The downtown Toronto backyard garden of entrepreneur Sarah Nixon, who owns My Luscious Backyard, a floral delivery business.
I can’t say enough good things about my Fling experience. Minneapolis is the host city for this year’s event in mid July. And by all accounts it appears to be shaping up to be a great event.
The Arch City Gardener 