The festive poinsettia plant (Euphorbia Pulcherrima) takes center stage during the chilliest time of the year, but it loves a warm, tropical climate for growth. With its preference for warmer weather, it will grow outdoors year-round in the U.S. Department of Agriculture plant … [Read more...]
How to Grow Virginia Bluebells
By Julie Christensen Native to North America, bluebells are charming woodland plants that thrive in partial to full shade. Also known as Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica), the plants can be found in prolific numbers in woodland areas, particularly in the eastern and … [Read more...]
How to Grow Peonies
By Julie Christensen Peonies (Paeonia) have an ancient history, dating back over 4,000 years to China where they were first cultivated. Myth says that the Greek physician to the Gods, Paian, gave peonies their name and used the roots and seeds to heal Hades, God … [Read more...]
How to Grow Marigolds
By Julie Christensen Marigolds, like lilacs and peonies, are old-fashioned flowers that have been grown for hundreds of years in home gardens. This longevity speaks to their beauty and ease of use. Native to Mexico, marigolds are annual flowers in most parts of the U.S., … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lobelia Flowers
By Julie Christensen If you think you know lobelias as the common bedding plants found everywhere, you might be surprised to learn that the lobelia family includes more than 400 species, including annuals, perennials, aquatic plants and even shrubs. The most popular species … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lily of the Valley Flowers
By Julie Christensen Native to temperate regions of Asia, Europe and North America, lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) has long been a favorite plant for shady areas. It’s hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 8 and thrives in partial to … [Read more...]
How to Grow Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums (Chrysanthemum spp.) take center stage in fall, just as most annuals and perennials are closing up shop for the season. These extravagant flowers have disc-like blooms in a variety of bright hues. Most commonly, you'll find them in grocery stores and nurseries in … [Read more...]
How to Grow Daisies
Daisies, and in particular Shasta daisies (Leucanthemum x superbum), add cheerful, long-lasting blooms to any mixed perennial bed. Shasta daisies thrive in USDA plant hardiness zones 4 through 9 and come back year after year. They stand 12 to 24 inches tall, depending on the … [Read more...]
How to Grow Catmint
Catmint (Nepata) is a glorious plant for the mixed bed or perennial garden. It tolerates heat, drought and poor soil and spreads quickly. In fact, you'll probably be giving it away to friends before too long. Hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 … [Read more...]
How to Grow Pinks (Dianthus)
What would the perennial garden be without mounds of pinks? Pinks, or dianthus, are related to carnations and most have similar flowers with ragged, notched edges. Pinks are usually smaller and hardier than carnations. The plants have attractive gray-green, elongated leaves and … [Read more...]
How to Plant and Harvest Lavender
By Julie Christensen For centuries, lavender (Lavendula) has been prized for its beauty, medicinal value and aromatic scent. The ancient Romans used lavender in their baths. During the Medieval Ages, people scattered the blooms through their homes in the hope of warding off … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lilies
By Julie Christensen Lilies (Lillium) seem like exotic, tropical plants, but they’re actually hardy, long-lived plants that thrive as far north as zone 3. Day lilies and peace lilies are beautiful plants, but they’re not really lilies. True lilies grow from soft, fleshy bulbs … [Read more...]
How to Grow Larkspur Flowers
By Julie Christensen If you’ve tried to grow delphiniums without success, you might try larkspur flowers instead. Larkspurs (Consolida ajacis) are annual cousins of delphiniums, which are perennials. Whereas delphiniums need cool temperatures, ideal soil moisture … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lady’s Mantle Flowers
By Julie Christensen Like peonies and lilacs, lady’s mantle is an old-fashioned plant that deserves a revival. Hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 7, lady’s mantle flowers (Alchemilla mollis) have a rounded, mounding form and charming … [Read more...]
How to Grow Impatiens Flowers
Impatiens flowers (often called "impatients") have long been the most popular bedding plant in the U.S. for several reasons. The plants have an attractive mounding form with glossy leaves and delicate flowers. They tolerate full shade, where most other flowering plants won’t … [Read more...]
How to Grow Hyacinth Flowers
By Julie Christensen Bulbs take a starring role in the early spring garden – blooming long before other plants emerge. Tulips and daffodils are probably the best known bulb blooms, but you should include hyacinths (Hyacinthus) in your spring landscape design, as well. Native … [Read more...]
How to Grow Ranunculus
By Julie Christensen Few garden blooms are as eye-popping as ranunculus (R. asiaticus). The flowers, which emerge from early spring to summer, depending on your climate, have a large, rounded form and multiple petals. The petals resemble crepe-paper – thin and delicate. The … [Read more...]
How to Grow Borage
By Julie Christensen Borage (Borago officinalis) is an old-fashioned herb that isn’t grown as often as it once was – which is a shame because this humble plant has so much to offer. Borage makes a lovely plant in the flower bed, herb garden or even the vegetable garden, where … [Read more...]
How to Grow Asters
By Julie Christensen Few flowers are as bright and cheery in the garden as asters. These perennial plants bloom from late summer to fall, when most other plants are dwindling. Asters are loved for their daisy-like flowers that come in a wide range of hues. The plants create a … [Read more...]
How to Grow Cleome Flower
By Julie Christensen When you think of annuals, you probably think of compact, neatly behaved bedding plants like petunias and impatiens that require consistent babying in the form of frequent watering and fertilizing. Cleome flowers (Cleome hassleriana) will challenge … [Read more...]
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