by Matt Gibson Quaker ladies are small, creeping perennial flowers that form compact little tufts or mounds of blooms. These blossoms are shaped somewhat like the hats that were once commonly worn by Quaker women, and that resemblance is where Quaker ladies got their moniker. … [Read more...]
How to Grow Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa Atropurpurea & Scabiosa Caucasica)
by Matt Gibson The pincushion flower (scabiosa atropurpurea and scabiosa caucasica) gets its name from the interesting geometric shape of its flowerheads and stamens. The flowerheads consist of tiny florets framed by petals that, when taken together as a whole, resemble a … [Read more...]
How to Grow Moonflowers (Ipomoea Alba)
by Matt Gibson The moonflower (also known as devil’s trumpet and thorn apple) is a lovely trumpet-shaped, self-seeding, nocturnal annual flower and a wonderful addition to your flower garden. A North American native, the moonflower was founded in Jamestown, Virginia, and its … [Read more...]
How To Grow China Aster Flowers (Callistephus Chinensis)
by Matt Gibson Like the chrysanthemum and daisy, the China aster (Callistephus chinensis) flower belongs to the Asteraceae family. Most of the members of this family are annuals, and China aster is a tender annual, along with being one of the most widely bred and grown … [Read more...]
List of the Best Red Flowers for Your Garden
by Matt Gibson There’s no wonder why many gardeners are planting red flowers, and we don’t blame them one bit. Red is assertive, daring, romantic and powerful—perhaps the most striking color in the spectrum. The color of fire and blood, red is an eye-catching and breathtaking … [Read more...]
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