By Julie Christensen Hollyhocks. Even the name conjures images of red barns and white picket fences. These humble flowers were a common fixture in cottage gardens and rural farms of yesterday, where they were often planted to hide eyesores, such as an outhouse, rubble pile or … [Read more...]
How to Grow Baby’s Breath
By Julie Christensen You’re probably familiar with baby’s breath -- ubiquitous in wreaths, bridal displays and floral arrangements -- but you might not have thought of it as a garden plant. Baby’s breath (Gypsophila paniculata) makes a low-maintenance addition to the perennial … [Read more...]
How to Grow Moss Rose Flowers (Portulaca)
By Julie Christensen Most gardeners have a place in their garden where almost nothing grows. You know the spot -- soil the consistency of sugar, blazing heat and limited access to water. Moss rose, a member of the succulent family, is the solution to this gardening eyesore. … [Read more...]
How to Grow Freesia Flowers
By Julie Christensen Native to Africa, freesias (Freesia) make cheery, fragrant houseplants, welcome additions to cut floral displays or lovely perennial bed plants. Freesias are bulb plants, and grow from corms, to be more exact. These small bulbs are fragile and require … [Read more...]
Top Wedding Flowers for September
By Julie Christensen They say June is the month for weddings, but September runs a close second. Depending on your region, the weather in September is hard to beat – predictably cool, but not cold, with little wind and few bugs. September also means more floral choices. … [Read more...]
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