Category: Perennials
Do you think you’re done planting by August? Well, think again! There are still perennials, shrubs, trees, vegetables and even annuals you can plant in late summer to reap …
Do you want to learn how to attract monarch butterflies to your yard? Read on for how best to set up a butterfly friendly garden that caters to these …
Creating a memory garden is a lovely way to honor a loved one … be it a close relative, good friend, or a beloved pet. If you’ve lost someone …
Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds It’s such a treat to see hummingbirds in your garden! The best way of attracting them is to use a combination of hummingbird feeders and …
Do you have a spot in your yard that gets a lot of sun? Full sun perennials are easy to care for and come in a huge variety of …
Planning a Cutting Garden - Find a sunny spot in your yard when planning a cutting garden - and fill it with plants (annuals and perennials) that are grown …
Both annuals and perennials can be started from seed – some fare better started indoors (transplant them outdoors after your average last frost date); and others do well sown …
FALL BLOOMING PERENNIALS – Gear Your Garden Up For Fall The following perennials bloom in the fall adding pretty hues and multiple season interest to your Zone 5 & …
Flower arranging is not only creative and fun, but a beautiful way to showcase or share the beauty of your garden. Here are some simple tips to making your …
Oh deer! There’s nothing worse than walking out into your garden, only to find that Bambi and family have devoured your favorite plants overnight. Sure you could install a …
The term “native” plant generally refers to plants indigenous to a particular geographic region. Over time those plants have adapted to local environmental and social influences such as soil …
How To Design A Moon Garden - A moon garden is simply a garden that is meant to be enjoyed by the light of the moon, or at nighttime. Moon garden designs include white or lightly …
Perennials is a term that describes what many gardeners and homeowners strive for, which is a plant that comes back every spring! Pretty much just plant it and you …
Groundcovers Need Love Too Groundcovers seem to get a bad rap as boring plants or ho-hum afterthoughts. Actually they are quite useful as fillers in bare spots, and can …
Most people don’t think of local cemeteries in regards to gardening projects. But cemeteries need a little gardening love too! Across the United States, there are thousands of cemeteries, …
I love to plant my gardens in varying heights with scattered bloom times to keep them interesting and pleasing to the eye all season long. Looking for a stately …
Butterflies are some of the most beautiful and interesting creatures on Earth. Creating an inviting space for them involves planning your garden to attract, retain, and encourage butterfly populations …
Roses?? Where do I start? This past week one of my co-workers told me that she loves the look / smell of roses, but she avoids buying them. I …
Ask most gardeners to define succulents, and they’ll likely respond with “cactus” … And while there’s some truth to that answer, the real story goes far beyond … Let’s …
Roses are my favorite flowers! What’s not to love – with their regal look, heavenly fragrance, and sheer joy they add to your garden. Over the last 30 years …
There are many plants that do well in the shade. Don’t despair … you can grow more than the ubiquitous impatiens and hostas … I do like both of …