Elizabeth Lawrence (1904-1985)

The title of my website is borrowed from Elizabeth Lawrence, who has inspired me ever since I discovered her book A Southern Garden, first published in 1941. Ms. Lawrence created two renowned gardens in Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina. Her life-long interest in plants resulted in meticulous record-keeping of bloom dates for both her garden and those of her friends. Her experience of gardening in zone 7 is formidable and I would be happy to possess a fraction of her knowledge. Any serious gardener living in the Southeast, particularly in zone 7, should read her books. Not only are they educational but her writing style is warm and down-to-earth. They are like conversing with an old friend and I re-read them often, especially during the winter months. I highly recommend all of them!