Almost Ancient Pots
May 7, 2012
A number of years ago, I stumbled upon something new while looking for a class for c.e.u.'s for my horticulture certificate. The time fit my schedule, and off I went to Leu Gardens in Orlando, Florida to take a class in something called Hypertufa.
Two hours into the day, I was hooked. That was twelve years ago. I held my first workshop the following year, and soon started making pots for retail sale through local festivals. In 2009, the circle was complete as I returned to Leu to teach.
I'm still hooked on Hypertufa, and I think you will be, too. My horticulture certificate has expired, since my time is spent making pots. The pots are rustic and natural, and they provide a perfect growing environment for all your plants.
Look around my site. There are lots of pictures of my pots, but the gallery is never quite up to date. When I have planters ready, and they aren't packed in the van for a show, you can shop at my home by appointment.
Look for a class at your local botanical garden or come to Florida and join one of my workshops. The joy of Florida is that I work and teach outside year round. I also teach other gardening topics, but my passion is hypertufa.
Visit my Events and Workshop pages. And check out my Links to some friends, festivals and organizations.
Hypertufa is mud pie making for adults. You'll laugh away your stress by releasing your creativity as you form a tub of mud into your personal garden art!
Stop and visit my little garden. I am part of an international organization, Quiet Gardens, (see links) that encourages everyone to slow down and visit a peaceful garden to meditate and pray.
If you can't stop by, enjoy a quiet meditation with my online tour. People often comment "you can't buy that plant at the big box store". And that's true of many of mine. Shop at garden festivals and botanical gardens' plant sales and gift shops - it's where the good stuff is found!
2012 has presented me with the honor of being asked to demonstrate Hypertufa at the Epcot® International Flower and Garden Festival. If you haven't attended, it's gardening on a magical level. I've only one more trip, have had a wonderful time, and hope to be invited back next year.
Well, Spring is turning to Summer here in North Florida. My shows are winding down - BUT - it's workshop time. Tonight, I will post the schedule for Summer Scents Camp for Grown-Ups. We will have a good time learning about herbs.
Hope to see you soon!
Melanie
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