Scary Times, and Seeds of Hope

Scary Times, and Seeds of Hope

Three weeks ago I attended one of my favorite events in the industry, the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle.  At the time there were small whispers of uncertainty towards an unseen predator, but life felt pretty normal.  I was inspired at the conference with...
Ali and Will’s Breckenridge Celebration

Ali and Will’s Breckenridge Celebration

Early in July, Ali and Will’s families gathered in Breckenridge for a week of celebrating.  The group participated in the Breckenridge 4th of July parade with a wedding float and celebration for Will’s service to our country.  The following day, vows were...
Best Blooms of 2019

Best Blooms of 2019

One of the challenges of gardening at high altitude is the changes from season to season.  Living in an area with a high altitude short growing season, the 2019 season was cut even shorter.  While it is not uncommon to receive a few good snow storms in May, this year...
Basics of Floral Arranging

Basics of Floral Arranging

In 2019 Mountain Root’s hosted 2 events teaching the Basics of Floral Arranging.  The first was in early Spring at the Breckenridge Library.  Participants learned the Basics while arranging fresh spring blooms with the snow still falling outside.  The second...
Carrie and Richard’s Special Day

Carrie and Richard’s Special Day

A year before their special day, Summit County locals Carrie and Richard hit the road in an RV with their furry friends on an adventure around the United States.  After many adventures, they returned home to Parker, Colorado to celebrate their special day with friends...
Garden Tour 2019

Garden Tour 2019

On a beautiful summer day in July, Summit County residents and visitors toured local gardens in Frisco, Silverthorne, and Dillon.  The event is put on by the Summit County Garden Club, and attracts hundreds of visitors.  The tour allows visitors to ask homeowners and...