Reblooming Perennials at Cornerstone Garden

Reblooming perennials or those blooming for 2-3 months are highly valued in the landscape world and many of my landscape design clients desire them. At Cornerstone Garden we have several shade or sun perennials in these categories.

 Armeria blooms for 3 months. the foliage is more like a tuft of grass with the flower stems reaching 6 inches with a pink pom pom bloom. These can be placed in the front of the garden or in a rock garden like the one above

 Fairytale Pink Daylily is just so delicate and lovely for any garden. We would hate it if this did not repeat.

“Marcus” Salvia, I know just glorious in its deep rich color blooms from June to October. This salvia is one of the shorter, only reaching 12 inches and spreading 18.

Mazus is a groundcover and blooms for months in the part shade garden. This perennial needs regular water too.

 Platinum Plus Daylily is very unique and is a bit paler than the picture, almost ivory in color. This is an easy drought tolerate plant for those with black thumbs.

This United States native wildflower called Green and Gold is for shade gardens and blooms a very long time. The bright yellow blooms brighten the darker landscapes. It only reaches 6 inches tall and spreads slowly.

 Little Grapette Daylily is maroon in color with a green/yellow throat. This repeat bloomer is great for erosion control or directly into the landscape with other warm colored bloomers

Come visit Cornerstone Garden- 414 rear State Street from Tuesday-Friday from 11-4 or Saturday from 12-4. We also sell plants during our farmers market Saturday mornings from 8-12.  

 

 

 

Free Peony at Cornerstone Garden Farmers Market

May 5th and May 12th 2012 at Cornerstone Garden Farmers Market-414-(Rear) State Street from 8-12 there will be a drawing for a free Peony perennial and other goodies

 

Purchase an item from a vendor and receive one ticket for the drawing. If several purchases are made from different vendors, your chance of winning this beautiful peony perennial increases.

Peony plants are considered the queen of all plants because of their magnificent blooms, fragrance and nostalgia. They are excellent cutting flowers and sure to brighten anyones day. Mothers Day is around the corner and this could be hers

They need some shade from the heat of Greensboro’s summer. Morning sun would be ideal and make sure it is planted in a place where it will not be disturbed. They dislike being transplanted.

Cornerstone Garden is filled with affordable and unique Mothers Day Gifts

 this is the deepest purple iris called Before the Storm

 Armeria blooms for 3 months and is drought tolerate

 Akebia vines are evergreen and will turn ordinary structures into charming cottage style architecture

   False Indigo is a meadow or cottage style plant with gorgeous blue spikes to be followed by ornamental black seed pods. We have the blue and the yellow.

 Lace Artistry Iris is so delicate and lacy with a hint of white throughout the apricot blooms

 Many varieties of Clematis…..and don’t worry if your Mom does not have a spot, they can be grown in containers.

Other pretty plants too            

Pick up a hand-made Mothers Day Card at the market, created by a local artist. Mom would love this

 

Remember those Mothers who have angels too

 

See you at Cornerstone Garden Farmers Market this Saturday and remember, We are Pet Friendly     

 

Cornerstone Garden Farmers Market April 7th

Cornerstone Garden (formerly, My Secret Garden- 414, in the back) has begun a floriferous Farmers Market

The vendors set up in the rear of the garden shop. A quaint alley where there is plenty of space for additional participants. We are striving to keep variety unique and exclusive.

 The second Saturday of each month, Chihuahua Rescue will have doggies for adoption or fostering. Georgia the baby goat will be present each week.

 

Larry Kirwan will perform for the market tomorrow. His music is tranquil and if you have never heard a hammered dulcimer, come on down to Cornerstone Garden. Thanks Larry!

   Sweetgum Grove Farm provided upcycled earrings, purses, bags, pins and buttons.

   Cornerstone Garden offers fabulous pots, bluebird houses and hummingbird feeders. Come take a peak Saturday mornings from 8-12.

 We also have thyme and parsley.

Artemisia is a beauty, having medicinal properties and great in containers.

We also carry clothing for those needing some assistance in determining their body type. Each piece is labeled with the following:

 Lines include Neon Buddha, Comfy USA, Surrealist and more.

Other Farmers Market Vendors include:

• Le Petit Bakery- Dinner Rolls, Jams, Banana Bread, English Muffins, Scones and Breakfast Bars
• Alson the Artist
• Libby’s Perfect Portions-Cake Bites, Cookies, Brownies
• Organo Gold-  Organic Coffee and Hot Chocolate the doctor would approve of
• The Secret Tea Room Cafe- Hot Tea and Tea to Go. Grab and cup and a complimentary cookie
• The Fat Fighter- Health Coach (usually brings a yummy and healthy snack). She, herself has lost over 215 pounds and can help you reach your goal
• State Street Florist- Gorgeous Fresh Bouquets
• Cornerstone Garden Clothing Line-Clothing Complementing Your Body Shape
• Able Earth Clay Creations-Unique Birdhouses, Wind Chimes, Pet Tags and more

Other Vendors Joining us soon are:

• Riverbirch Vineyards
• Earth Things
• Sassy Gems, LLC by Geri
• Soap and Stone Essentials
• Green Box Gardens
• Running Dog Bakery
• Donna Hodges Jewelry
• Sweetgum Grove Farm
• Jewel’s Produce

You never know who will be playing for you

Come on over to 414 (rear) State Street in Greensboro, where Cornerstone Garden supports local businesses.

 

 At our farmers market, there are plenty of seating areas to enjoy the surroundings. Many customers ask if this is my home and they do not want to leave the serenity.

Here is a link to our first market, http://greensborogardens.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/cornerstone-garden-farmers-market-on-state-street/

We are looking for additional vendors. Please contact Diana@justacloudaway.com

 

 

Cornerstone Garden Farmers Market on State Street

Cornerstone Garden by DianaDigsDirt presents a

New Farmers Market on State Street in Greensboro

Local Businesses will offer products at Cornerstone Garden Sat. mornings from 8-12pm, 414-B State Street starting March 3^rd

 Greensboro resident, Diana Gardner-Williams, owner of Cornerstone Garden by DianaDigsDirt is spearheading a new outdoor farmers market with European ambiance of old world charm. The grounds are filled with flowering vines, perennials, and water features. Seating areas within the market are intended for the community to enjoy the serenity of nature. Market will be open weather permitting. Call for more information, 336.392.4031.

Local businesses will provide gluten-free foods, hot coffee and tea, fresh flowers, bluebird houses, hummingbird feeders, pottery, soaps, jams, chocolates, pastries, plants, herbal cleaners and produce starting in April. The location of the Farmers Market will serve neighborhoods including; McAdoo Heights, New and Old Irving Park, Woodbriar Estates, Charles Aycock, Piedmont Hills, Brice Street because of proximity, however all are welcome.

Every second Saturday of the month, North Carolina Chihuahua Rescue & Transport will have pets available for adoption or fostering. More information at, www.chihuahua-rescue.org. Their motto is, “Adopt-Don’t Shop”.

Murphy, a baby goat from Liberty will be visiting on the first day of the Farmers Market.

Cornerstone Garden by Diana Digs Dirt is a landscape design and fashion boutique also providing space for local artists to display art, pottery, jewelry and garden related items.

We are still looking for a few more vendors-please contact Diana Digs Dirt at Diana@justacloudaway.com for more information.

We will see you soon…….Diana Digs Dirt

 

    

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

Clothing Sale for Blood Donation

Cornerstone Garden and Fashion Boutique at 414-B State Street offers a discount through February 14, 2012 on all Clothing Lines. For further information call, 336.392.4031. Just provide a document of blood donation and receive 20% your next clothing purchase. The first 20 customers will receive a free Neon Buddha Yoga Bag and credit towards a free perennial.

 

Visit The American Red Cross in Greensboro to find out where and when to donate blood.

Red Cross Needs Type O Donors To Give Blood Now

Monday, January 30, 2012 — The American Red Cross is asking eligible donors with Type O blood to make an appointment to give now to help ensure there are blood products available for patients in need.

All blood types are needed.  However, there is a particular need at this time for Type O donors to give blood as soon as possible to help ensure an adequate supply is available for those who need it.

Cornerstone Garden is open Thursday through Saturday 12-3 (These are winter hours) with the entrance in the rear.

The fashion boutique carries brands including; Cut Loose, Neon Buddha, RYU, Comfy USA, Lucky Brand Jeans, GoFree Pants (with panties optional), and Surrealist.

  

 

 Cornerstone Garden and Fashion Boutique carries clothing for the refined woman of any body type. Come for a visit and let’s dress up.

See you at Cornerstone Garden and Happy Planting

Diana Digs Dirt

 

Holiday Party at Cornerstone Garden-2011

 

Cornerstone Garden Christmas party pictures at 414-B State Street in Greensboro, NC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Free Wassail Tea at Cornerstone Garden

Wassail Tea Event at Cornerstone Garden-A Toast of Good Health for the New Year

Pets and Families are Welcome

 

Saturday December 3^rd from 2-6pm Cornerstone Garden (414-B State Street) in Greensboro is hosting their annual Wassail Tea Event, free for the community. The warm beverage will be offered by various merchants along State Street including; Cornerstone Garden, The Secret Tea Room, Lillo Bella Shoes, Linnea’s Plus Size Boutique, Rubenesque for Less, The Saltbox, Mark Holder Jeweller, Tyler White Art Gallery and Eclectic by Nature. Wassail started out as an Old English greeting dating back to 1066 and meant “be hale” or “be of good health.” State Street Shoppes would like to share the toast of good health with you.

  

At 2:00, St PiusX’s hand bell choir will begin their Angelic performance among the beautiful greenery at Cornerstone Garden. The sound of the bells and the passion in their hearts are sure to bring chills, easily warmed with various recipes of Wassail Tea. A surprise from the North Pole will take requests from children to Santa Claus, ARA trio will provide banjo acoustics and Ginger Waynick & Phil Sparks will provide jazzy song throughout the garden from past holiday favorites.

 

Operation Smile will accept donations for their cause during the event. Since 1982, Operation Smile through the help of dedicated medical volunteers, has provided more than 2 million patient evaluations and over 200,000 free surgeries for children and young adults born with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities. For more information visit, www.operationsmile.org.

One version of Wassail Tea

4 c. Hot Tea (not herbal tea)
2 c. Pineapple Juice
2 tsp. Almond Flavor (Extract)
2 tsp. Vanilla Flavor (Extract)
Sugar – to taste
Lemon Juice – to taste

We hope to see you on State Street Saturday December 3rd from 2-6pm.

Stroll State Street Shoppes for that Small Town Feel!

 

Chihuahua Rescue at Cornerstone Garden-2011

Donations were accepted for the Chihuahua Rescue and Transport in exchange for purple iris plants. These beautiful plants are being given away to make room for a new open air farmers market in March of 2012 at Cornerstone Garden by Diana Digs Dirt (formally, My Secret Garden).

 

Many visitors came to Cornerstone Garden by Diana Digs Dirt (414-B State Street) to love on the Chihuahuas, pick up their plants, give a donation and take advantage of the 20% deal on all clothing lines within the boutique.

 

Holiday music, great weather and adorable dogs made the perfect afternoon for me and for others.

 

Chihuahuas sometimes have the stereotype of being squeaky or yippee barking dogs and many are not. Sparky, who I foster is loving, calm, low maintenance and hardly ever barks. He is great with kids because my 7-year-old lugs him around like a sack of potatoes.

 

Some are just looking for a small place in your home to live out the rest of their lives. Many have been abused and need a second chance. Below is a Chinese Crested looking for a home too.

The Red Hat Society gave a generous donation after their tea party at The Secret Tea Room next door. Thank you ladies and come back any time, you all looked fabulous!

Thank you to Eclectic by Nature and The Secret Tea Room for your donations as well. A special thank you to Teri of Reidsville who always attends State Street Shoppes events to support our business community. Thank you Beth for your contribution and filling Cornerstone Garden with beautiful upcycled garden art.

 

Photography by Linda of Clothes Befitting who fills Cornerstone Garden interior boutique with the most gorgeous, timeless and classic clothing, shoes and jewelry. You’re the best Linda!

 

Carla heads up the Chihuahua Rescue and I would be happy to dig up more Iris plants for the Chi’s!

 

See you soon…….Diana Digs Dirt-your landscape designer

 

Cornerstone Garden’s Winter Blooming Camellias

Winter and Fall Camellias for $27 have just arrived at Cornerstone Garden 414-B State Street in Greensboro. We are open Tuesday-Saturday 11-4 and would love to show you all the beautiful evergreen camellias. Below is a variety called, Yuletide and started blooming early November and will continue into Christmas (if conditions are ideal). This shrub or small tree can be planted in a foundation bed, natural area or very large pot. “Live” or “Green” holiday plants keep on “Giving”.

Yuletide Camellia is a must have for the holidays and could be placed at your front entrance for visitors to admire before planting in the ground. They also make great gifts!

 

Below is a variety of Camellia called “Jean May” and is spectacular with its shell pink color and ruffled petals for a semi-double bloom, resembling a rose. Jean May needs some shade and is the perfect selection for espalier.

The Camellia shrub below is another specimen called “Autumn Spirit”. The flowers are in the peony form and the fuchsia pink coloration makes it an ideal fall bloomer accented with white garden mums or asters planted at its base.

Stephanie Golden Camellia (featured below) is a hot pink, semi-double upright-growing shrub with blooms from October through November and possibly December.

Survivor is the perfect plant for moonlight or memory gardens because of the single white flowers appearing in autumn.

 

Survivor is a tall camellia with the potential of reaching 25 feet.

Camellias benefit from good soil and some shade. All varieties of Camellia shrubs should be pruned on tax day or April 15th and fertilization 2-3 times per year beginning in spring after the first flowering session.

Happy Planting

Diana Digs Dirt

 

Cornerstone Garden and Fashion Boutique

Cornerstone Garden and Fashion Boutique may have the clothing just for you and your specific body type. View and purchase clothing online or visit the boutique at 414-B (rear door) Tuesday through Saturday 11-4pm. 20% off-see details below.

 

  

 The clothing lines consists of timeless pieces made to last including; Carilyn Vaile, Surrealist, Cut Loose, Irregular, RYU, Elan, Comfy USA, Neon Buddha and more.  Most lines are American made and 20% off to all landscape design and installation clients of Diana Digs Dirt.

 

The boutique is filled with local art including handmade jewelry and scrawls.

 

Don’t forget the 20% off clothing sale from Saturday November 12th through the 19th. We hope to see you at the boutique to help find the perfect piece to flatter your body type.

Fall and Winter flowering Camellias will greet you throughout the garden including, those pictured below.

   

Plants make the perfect “green” gift. These beautiful shrubs are also locally grown.

We also have several different bulbs including; pink daffodils, yes pink, crocus, dutch iris and ornamental onion.

 

 

 

Bulbs can be planted right up until December, as long as the ground is not frozen. They require a 2 month chilling period.

Other gift ideas include locally made soaps and wow, do they smell heavenly. Some varieties are made from Goat’s Milk.

Saturday November 19th from 11-4 we are giving away purple german iris plants to make room for a farmer’s market spring of 2012. Click here for more information. If you are interested in participating in the farmers market, please contact Diana Gardner-Williams, diana@justacloudaway.com. We are looking for produce, fresh cut flowers, specialty sweets, jams, honey or other.