Catherine Mezensky
Contributing Writer
Catherine A. Mezensky - Photo by Louis J. Collins
Catherine A. Mezensky is a writer and artist living in Baltimore Maryland. Her topics include gardening, film, culture and local history. She holds a BFA from the Maryland Institute, College of Art and a MALS from Loyola College in Maryland. She currently lives in a small house in the city and strives to grow something green in every available spot in her little back yard.
Latest Articles
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Grow Baby's Breath, a Delicate Flowering Annual
The light and airy gypsophilia plant will add a dainty background to the flower garden and is easy to dry for winter bouquets.
Jun 29, 2010
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Heliotrope – a Fragrant Old Fashioned Flower
Heliotrope is a shrub known for bright purple blossoms and a strong but pleasant scent that is reminiscent of vanilla.
Jun 29, 2010
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Balsam – An Old Fashioned Flowering Plant
Native to India and prized by Victorian gardeners, balsam is both an ornamental and medicinal plant.
Jun 29, 2010
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Portulaca – a Versatile Drought Tolerant Annual
The portulaca, or moss rose, is a popular bedding plant that tolerates harsh conditions and is easy to grow.
Jun 29, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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Lobelia – an Ornamental Flowering Plant and Medicinal Herb
Lobelia is a versatile bedding plant and herb that blooms all summer and is easily to grow in the home garden.
Jun 28, 2010
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Brighten the Home Landscape with Ageratum Flowers
The many varieties of floss flower attracts beneficial insects and can grow under poor conditions.
Jun 27, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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Cardinal Climber – a Colorful Flowering Vine
Cardinal climbers, also known as hummingbird vine, bears vivid red flowers that attract hummingbirds and brighten the home garden.
Jun 16, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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How to Grow and Use Calendula Flowers
Calendula, or pot marigold, adds color to the home flower garden and can also be used in herbal remedies or in cooking.
Apr 27, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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The Many Uses of Oxalis Clover
The low growing oxalis herb makes an excellent houseplant and is also edible.
Apr 1, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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How to Grow Snapdragons
Snapdragons, a popular flowering annual, have a rich history and are easy to grow.
Apr 1, 2010
- Catherine Mezensky
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