Thomas Hobbs was "born obsessed with plants" and had his first greenhouse at age six. He has gone on to become an internationally known impresario of garden and floral design, and he emphasizes the importance of design as a means to connect with the earth. He runs Southlands Nursery in Vancouver, Canada, and his private garden has been featured in many prominent magazines, including "Horticulture, House Beautiful, Better Homes and Gardens, "and "Garden Design." Tom has a weekly television show in his native Canada in which he offers gardening tips and encourages gardeners to tap into their cre...