Lorraine Syratt
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Lorraine Syratt is a writer with interests in travel, history and gardening. She was an editor for a small press publisher and has been published in print in Canadian Living Magazine, Treasures and Mountainside Fitness.
She is always happy to discuss private requests.
Portfolio Info
Number of Articles Written: 101
Number of Usage Licenses Sold: 39
Number of Unique Licenses Sold: 11
Number of Full Rights Licenses Sold: 25
Featured Articles
Down the Primrose Path to the Polyanthus: A Little History of a Little FlowerGrowing Chamomile for Tea
The Traditional Hollyhock
Three Favorite Scented Perennials Used by Victorian Gardeners
Using Color in the Garden
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Down the Primrose Path to the Polyanthus: A Little History of a Little Flower
The Polyanthus was an early cross between two wildflowers of the fields and forests of England – the primrose and the common cowslip. This article offers a brief history of the plant and discusses ways it is best used in the garden.
Words: 300 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: Lorraine SyrattGrowing Chamomile for Tea
Chamomile is an easy herb to grow from seed and it makes a delicious and relaxing cup of tea after a busy day. Chamomile is an easy plant to add to the herb garden and will keep the gardener in tea for many years. This article shows the reader how.
Words: 370 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: Lorraine SyrattThe Traditional Hollyhock
The hollyhock makes a wonderful addition to a garden, whether a country garden or a contemporary space. It´s an old cultivated giant of a plant that has become a standard in most gardens. This article offers a few tips on growing and caring for the hollyhock.
Words: 490 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: Lorraine SyrattThree Favorite Scented Perennials Used by Victorian Gardeners
Many of the named plant varieties used in Victorian gardens are lost to cultivation, but the purist will be pleased to know there are still some old named cultivars that can be found through specialty nurseries. And there are lots of old named varieties still found in the garden centers today. This article offers information on three old favorites, as well as information on how to research further to find flowers for an authentic Victorian garden.
Words: 400 Downloads: 0 Category: Gardening By: Lorraine SyrattUsing Color in the Garden
Color in the garden is most important to the design. Without considering color above all else, the garden will lack balance and it will be difficult to notice the garden´s attributes. This 380 word article will show the reader the best ways to work with color when planning the garden.
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Using Phlox in the Late-Season Pastel Garden
For gardeners in search of pastel-colored flowers to add to a late-season border, phlox will fit the bill. This is a delightful perennial with varieties in beautiful colors and those cultivars in pastel shades are easily found. This 400 word article will show the reader how to use phlox in the late-season pastel garden.
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