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Behind the Design: Inspiration to Get Planting
May is the busiest month for local greenhouses and also the best time to get planting. Our Creative Director, Heather Kane, has rounded up a few of her favorite garden goodies with a design twist to inspire you to get outside and enjoy the sunshine.
By Heather Kane
May 2018
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Photos by Brandon Alms
“There’s something about traditional terra cotta pots all stacked up, ready to be filled with herbs or annuals. I especially love these pots for their tiny scalloped details.”
As 417 Magazine’s Creative Director, I pull inspiration from all over. Design is a passion of mine, and when I’m out scouting products to feature in the magazine, I run across items I just have to share with our readers.