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...]
Do You Need Holes In Your Plant Pots?
by Matt Gibson Drainage is one of the key factors concerning growing healthy plants. A lack of drainage can lead to lots of problems, including root rot, mildew, and stagnant (and therefore stinky) water. None of these is a good thing when it comes to successful gardening in … [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 Checkered Lily Flowers (Fritillaria Meleagris, Snake’s Head Fritillary, Guinea Hen Flower)
by Erin Marissa Russell Once you’ve seen a checkered lily flower's geometric markings, it’s easy to tell where this stunning flower got its name. Marching lines of squares cover each bell-shaped bloom of the fritillaria meleagris, arranged like mosaic tile in an array of … [Read more...]
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