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LONGWOOD GARDENS: NIGHTSCAPE — NOW OPEN!

Jackson Galka — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 01:29:35 +0000

The exhibit runs Wednesdays through Saturdays, July 1st through October 31st. Tickets are $27 for those ages 19+, $17 for youths 5 to 18 and free for ages 4 and under. Live music is performed every Thursday night in the beer garden.

You can purchase your tickets by clicking here.

If/when we make it over, we will definitely report back with more information! In the meantime I encourage you to check it out for yourself.. it looks awesome.

CALENDAR ART

Susan — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 17:09:55 +0000

Calendars are available in local stores and at Town Hall, located at 8434 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia for $20 ($15 for CHCA members). All proceeds benefit the Chestnut Hill Community Association. This is the third annual calendar, illustrated with photos from winning entries. Lindsey’s photo of the entrance to The Fareway at the Chestnut Hill Hotel won placement on the August page.

IN THE SPIRIT OF KEEPING IT GREEN

Susan — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 01:56:40 +0000

Meet the newest member of our team, Kermit! He’ll be making the rounds with us as long as weather allows.

Happiness is a warm puppy. Charles Schulz

FOR THE CALENDAR

Susan — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 12:00:58 +0000

At the Fareway, corner of Germantown Avenue and Southampton St in Philadelphia. Models, Tastings, Music! We’ll update as we learn more. Below, area businesses contributing to the effort:

Chestnut Hill Community Association/Black & White Gala

Gravers Lane Gallery

Delphine Gallery

J. McLaughlin

Artisans on the Avenue

Joseph A. Banks

Style Camp

Poppy’s Cafe

Statement Boutique Consignment

Villavillekula

3000 BC WellMed Spa

Powell Mahoney Bellinis

Salon 90 at Nicholas & David Gift Basket

THE JOY OF BEING HERE

Susan — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 19:06:57 +0000

Our family moved to Philadelphia from Chicago 18 years ago and I still am in awe of where we, gardeners from birth, landed. Not only did the Founding Fathers instill here a tradition of horticulture, but the climate allows for an array of trees, shrubs and perennials that is simply spectacular.

I have been so blessed to find a successful calling in Philadelphia for landscape/garden design, as much for its history and palette (a palette because it is indeed a process not unlike layering paint on a canvas that we do) as for the many warm and wonderful people we’ve worked with through the years and a crew that’s like family. This season, my son Jackson rejoined us. Photos here are of a corner of our beautiful, if too often like the cobbler’s shoes, 200+ year old property and two of the nursery areas taken in spring before brimming beyond their borders. (Current pics I won’t share with you…bordering on chaos!)

Distilling our mission these years to a few words: We Aim To Provide Delight. It’s been a joy. We’ve been thinking for some time of ways to spread that joy beyond the realm of the landscape and Philadelphia, too. The web site you’re visiting now will be the launching pad for our new project. I do hope your curiosity is piqued and that you’ll stay tuned and sign up to take the ride with us. No annoying overkill of emails, we promise! Along the way, lots of practical information, steals ‘n deals, style and relaxation and entertaining tips and hopefully for you, delectable inspiration. Feel free to contribute your own ideas, questions, resources, tips, pics, and comments.

“Gardens are not made by singing Oh How Beautiful and sitting in the shade.”

Rudyard Kipling

HENRY

Susan — Sun, 17 Aug 2014 17:12:23 +0000

As we bring into the world our new online venture, we mourn the passing of Henry. He’s been with us since he was two months old. He died yesterday at 15. I still cannot believe it. I feel so privileged and grateful to have had his funny, often naughty, always loyal and cuddly presence these many years. My constant. My best buddy.

He was dearly loved each and every day.

“We give dogs time we can spare, space we can spare and love we can spare. And in return, dogs give us their all. It’s the best deal man has ever made.” M. Acklam

Here’s to Henry.

WE ARE LIVE!

Susan — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 21:35:48 +0000

PHILADELPHIAOUTDOORS.COM IS ALIVE!

That is to say, almost :))

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We look forward to bringing you some of the latest and greatest of all things “Philadelphia Outdoors”–from the city to the suburbs, the Delaware to the Main Line. And beyond!

This site began as a concept and will invariably evolve and find its own way, much like a plant breaking through the soil and growing up to the sun. And, hopefully, we’ll provide some nice “flowers” for you to enjoy as well.

We did intend to launch earlier but the winter storm damage and spring and summer installation seasons brought on unending long days, short weekends, and lots and LOTS of mosquito bites. I am still catching my breath from the marathon this year, but have somehow found time to squirrel myself away to the home office and get this project off the ground.

Check back often for updates (and the occasional “test” post as we familiarize ourselves with some of the spiffy new space age features).

In the meantime, enjoy the beautiful weather and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about the “Philadelphia Outdoors.”

Cheers,

-Jackson

jackson@philadelphiaoutdoors.com

FROM THE ARCHIVES: GREEN ROOFS

Susan — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 17:11:24 +0000

from the archives: galkaoutdoor.blogspot.com

>>Blog<< from our friends @ ecogeek.com with an intro to green roofs and some inspiring photos.

Enjoy!