by Jennifer Poindexter Do you have a tree that brings back fond memories? The pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba) is that tree for me. My great grandmother had three of them growing in her backyard when I was a little girl. I used to love those trees. I’m not sure what my … [Read more...]
How to Grow Mexican Petunias (Ruellia simplex)
by Jennifer Poindexter My favorite flower is the wave petunia, but did you know that petunias come in many varieties? One option is the Mexican petunia (Ruellia simplex), and I’m going to fill you in on what you should know about this plant. Some gardeners love this flower. … [Read more...]
What’s the best month to plant roses?
QUESTION: What’s the best month to plant roses? I'd like to start a rose garden this year and I'm not sure when. - Eloise G ANSWER: When you plant your roses will depend upon what type of rose you have. There are two main types of roses. The first type is a bare-root rose. … [Read more...]
What is the difference between a shrub rose and a bush rose?
QUESTION: What is the difference between a shrub rose and a bush rose? I've been looking at catalogs and they don't explain. - Jenn W ANSWER: To fully answer this question, we must first start by understanding the rose classification system. The American Rose Society (also … [Read more...]
What Flower Comes Back Every Year?
QUESTION: What flowers come back every year? I want to put some flowers in my garden that I can count on to return year after year. — Leslie Y. ANSWER: Plants that return every year are called perennials. (You can learn more in our article What’s the Difference Between Annual … [Read more...]
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