Peachy the Magazine August September 2014 | Page 69

ON THE GO

Photo: Evan Janke

My favorite areas of the garden are
those that are planted in large groupings. A lone tree circled by French
lavender or a birdbath hidden in the
softness of abundant salvia. I tend to
plant in large groupings for maximum
effect. Just pick one flower or plant
you love, in one color (step away from
those multi-packs!) and go for it. The
end result is bold, bright and beautiful.

What is something people don’t know
about you?
I played on the boys’ golf team in
high school so I had to hit from the
blue tees with the boys. For being a
little shorty (5' 1"), I can hit that golf
ball a country mile. 

Tell us about the baby shower garden party
that you pulled together recently. 
I was excited to put this shower
together for Sarah, a dear friend since
college. For inspiration, I asked about
her nursery colors and let those, and
the season, be my guide for the food
and flowers for a garden lunch.
I think a baby shower is about showing
your support and love for that friend
and future little one. It’s a chance to

make the mom feel celebrated, supported and special. It doesn’t need
to be an overly elaborate, themedrenched, game-playing event. Some
thoughtful, pretty touches are all it
takes to create a beautiful day.
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