Flower Bulbs – Spring Planting – Guide for Beginners
Flowering Bulbs to Plant in the Spring – A Guide For Beginners The Great Awakening! That’s what spring is to me. Gone are the cold… Read More »Flower Bulbs – Spring Planting – Guide for Beginners
Climbing Flowering Vines – How to Choose Vines
Flowering vines are used for many purposes. They create privacy, help shield from the wind, hide unsightly objects (a/k/a eyesores), and even attract hummingbirds. Vines… Read More »Climbing Flowering Vines – How to Choose Vines
What is a Spray Rose and How to Grow Them
I’m sure you know what a rose is, but how is it different from a spray rose? Are they sprayed with something? LOL! Actually, no.… Read More »What is a Spray Rose and How to Grow Them
Moving Houseplants Outdoors in Summer – Preparation is Key
As a beginner gardener you’re probably wondering if it’s safe to put indoor plants outside. Actually moving houseplants outdoors in summer is quite good for… Read More »Moving Houseplants Outdoors in Summer – Preparation is Key
Best Cut Flowers to Grow in Your Garden – Easy Varieties
Having fresh cut flowers in my house makes me feel happy. In the winter I tend to go to the local grocery store and collect… Read More »Best Cut Flowers to Grow in Your Garden – Easy Varieties
What is a Camellia? Care for a Camellia
When I think of a Camellia, it makes me feel nostalgic. When I was growing up in the mid-Atlantic region of the US, my family… Read More »What is a Camellia? Care for a Camellia
Growing Ranunculus Flowers – It’s Easy!
Ranunculus flowers are one of the most beautiful flowers around. In my opinion they rival roses, peonies, and tulips. These multi-layered, ruffled flowers are lovely… Read More »Growing Ranunculus Flowers – It’s Easy!
Planting Primroses Outdoors – An Early Riser
Have you ever been lucky enough to have walked in a woodland area in late February or early March and noticed mounds of beautiful low… Read More »Planting Primroses Outdoors – An Early Riser
What is a Herbaceous Perennial – How to Care for Them
You’ve seen them everywhere; coneflowers, larkspur, peonies, columbine, hardy mums, oriental poppies and most wild flowers and some weeds. What do they have in common?… Read More »What is a Herbaceous Perennial – How to Care for Them
What Is A Rhizome? Is It a Root, Stem, Leaf?
You have this lovely area in your backyard and you want to plant a garden. You’ve been exploring various flowers and shrubs that pique your… Read More »What Is A Rhizome? Is It a Root, Stem, Leaf?