Down & Dirty Tips for a BLOOMING Good Life

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hilary and karen as kids

Hey there ~  

We’re Hilary and Karen, childhood friends who grew up in the beautiful Sonoma County wine country, surrounded by gorgeous landscapes and farm fresh foods. Hilary is a garden designer with a master’s degree in landscape architecture from Harvard. Karen is a self-proclaimed “brown thumb” who knows how to cook a good meal. Here, we share tips on gardens, flowers, food and life.

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