QUESTION: Are dahlias annuals or perennials? I keep looking around and can't get a clear answer. Patricia F ANSWER: Dahlias are considered tender perennials. This means that they can return each year as long as they aren’t exposed to frost. In many cases, these flowers … [Read more...]
Are petunias annuals or perennials?
QUESTION: Are petunias annuals or perennials? I wanted to plant some in my yard and I was wondering if I have to plant them every year or not. - Annabelle B ANSWER: Petunias are technically tender perennials. What this means is in the ideal conditions, these flowers will come … [Read more...]
How to Grow Sampaguita Flowers (Jasminum sambac)
by Jennifer Poindexter Imagine walking through your home or yard and having a sweet smell serenade you with every step. Doesn’t this sound amazing? If so, you need to consider growing sampaguita in or around your home. This sweet, white flower is a great way to add a little … [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...]
How to Grow Flower of an Hour (Hibiscus trionum)
by Jennifer Poindexter Are you in the market for a new and interesting flower for your garden? Don’t overlook the flower known as flower of an hour. This plant produces light yellow or off white blooms. The maroon center of the plant stands out against the pale petals and … [Read more...]