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Shirley Bovshow "Eden Maker"

"EdenMaker" and "Foodie Gardener" are my online monikers because I design landscapes and edible gardens. I have 4 kids, 3 dogs and only 1 husband! My passion is design, growing food, and crafting. Watch me on the "Home & Family" show on Hallmark channel as their Garden Lifestyle expert. Other blogs: FoodieGardener.com and GardenCenterTV.com

Shirley, Cristina Ferrare and Mark Steines with actress Deidre Hall of Days of Our Lives on the Home and Family Show

“Home & Family” Show Season Two- Behind The Scenes!

Shirley, Cristina Ferrare and Mark Steines with actress Deidre Hall of Days of Our Lives on the Home and Family Show

Appearing as a regular on the Home & Family show, which airs on the Hallmark channel is a full time job for me. Many hours go into preparing a garden segment, but once I'm on the set, addrenaline takes over…

0 Comments / 506 View / October 15, 2013

Home and Family Show website on the Hallmark Channel

Video Tour of The “Home & Family” Show House Taped at Universal Studios!

Home and Family Show website on the Hallmark Channel

  I'm honored to be the resident garden designer and "family member" for the Emmy-nominated show, "Home & Family" airing on the Hallmark channel, Monday through Friday at 10 AM PST. The live, two-hour show is led by Mark Steines,…

7 Comments / 3670 View / October 11, 2013

Shirley's romantic rose garden has different types of roses in the same color for maximum impact

Garden Design Tip: Roses

Shirley's romantic rose garden has different types of roses in the same color for maximum impact

I planted a miniature coral roses at the foot of my climbing roses and cascading coral roses above my stacked stone walls.    Garden Design Tip: Roses Extend and maximize the impact of roses in your garden by planting different…

6 Comments / 638 View / August 23, 2013

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Benefit of Plants: Infographic

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Plants offer a multitude of benefits other than just being a source of food, beauty and shelter. Take a look at this infographic that explains visually how plants impart healthful benefits to humanity.   The Benefits of Plants infographic by Zabisco….

6 Comments / 1443 View / June 4, 2013

Torch cactus pink flower among a heavy thorn plant

Torch Cactus: Beautiful Flowers Among Thorns

Torch cactus pink flower among a heavy thorn plant

Torch cactus flowers are breathtakingly beautiful and a shock to some people when they see them attached to the plant that bears them. Sharp thorns protect the plant from animals, thirsty for the water encapsulated in the succulent body of…

4 Comments / 1040 View / May 6, 2013

Garden Design Ideas: Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

  I presented at the "Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival" this year and brought back many beautiful  garden design ideas  to share with you! Take a look.   Container Garden Ideas A simple planter filled with a combination of magenta and…

5 Comments / 938 View / April 6, 2013

Garden designer, Shirley Bovshow transformed the deck patio of the Home & Family show on the Hallmark channel.

Deck Garden Makeover: Home & Family Show Part 1

Garden designer, Shirley Bovshow transformed the deck patio of the Home & Family show on the Hallmark channel.

There's nothing more satisfying than designing a garden makeover for a deck when it's empty, like the one at the "Home & Family Show." Clean slates are under-rated!     Deck Makeover Segment Assigned The Home & Family Show producer…

3 Comments / 2088 View / March 12, 2013

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