By Julie Christensen Sending flowers for a funeral is a very old tradition. Flowers convey your sympathy and condolences and provide comfort to a grieving family. When selecting funeral flowers, consider the following etiquette guidelines: A floral basket is appropriate to … [Read more...]
Growing Blazing Star (Liatris) Flowers: A How To Guide
Garden designers often recommend planting a combination of plants for the most pleasing effect in the garden. They suggest, for example, combining rounded plant forms, such as catmint or daylily with upright, vertical growers. One such plant is blazing star, also known as … [Read more...]
10 Unusual Flower Choices for a Girlfriend
by Julie Christensen Whatever your message –“Happy Valentine’s Day,” “Sorry I screwed up,” or simply, “I love you,” flowers have long been the way to a girl’s heart. When it comes to flowers for your girlfriend, roses top the list as the most common. They’re a safe choice, … [Read more...]
How to Grow Peace Lily Plants
By Julie Christensen Looking for a houseplant that performs well in low light? Consider growing the peace lily plant (Spathiphyllum). This attractive, low-maintenance houseplant grows 16 inches to over 3 feet tall, depending on the cultivar, and produces long, lance-like … [Read more...]
Garden Fencing: A Roundup of the Best Ideas
by Jill Potvin Schoff Are you planning a garden and wish to incorporate the best fencing into your design? Or do you have unidentified visitors wreaking havoc in your existing garden? We’ve scoured the web for the best garden fencing ideas to keep out garden pests. From … [Read more...]
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