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With their spectacular diversity of colors, shapes, and sizes, dahlias are among the most versatile garden flowers. But with so much variety, it can be tricky to know exactly what you’re getting when you buy a dahlia plant or seeds. In this article, we’ll break down the distinguishing features of the most common dahlia flower … Read more
This North American wildflower is known for its hardiness. Lupines thrive in hardiness zones 3 through 10. Eden Brothers has selected the best 16 cultivars for cut flower production from among 200 varieties. There are annual and perennial plants in a wide range of colors, so there is something for every gardener and climate! The … Read more
Hydrangeas are prized for their large, showy flower heads that come in colors like pink, blue, purple, white and green. But did you know that some hydrangea species and cultivars also gift us with a lovely fragrance to enjoy? When it comes to scent, not all hydrangeas are created equal. Let’s take a look at … Read more
Butternut squash is a delicious winter squash prized for its sweet, nutty flavor. Proper harvesting at peak ripeness is key to achieving the best quality. Sometimes circumstances like weather require picking butternut squash early before full maturity on the vine. The big question is – will butternut squash continue ripening after picking? Can you still … Read more
Department stores can be a tough place for a plant. The windows of most stores are blocked by racks of clothes or shelves of goods, and the lights are fluorescent. But there are a few plants that can survive—and even thrive—in these conditions. If you want tough indoor plants, look into how fiddle leaf figs … Read more
Easy to grow and useful all year-round, sunflowers are crowd-pleasers. Bright flowers in the summer make gardeners and pollinators happy, and in the winter, naturally dried seeds give animals in the area something to eat. They thrive in most soil types and climates, as long as they’re in a sunny spot. Follow these proven tips … Read more
Roma refers to a group of tomato varieties that are the prime choice for sauces and canning. They have less moisture content than other, juicier tomato varieties such as beefsteak tomatoes. Romas have a thick fruit wall and skin, firm and dense flesh, and they have fewer seeds. Because of these traits, they are great … Read more
Flower shopping with my mom and grandmother, petunias were a must to have in our gardens every year. Flower centers start these from plugs to then continue growing for their customers. Most petunias from the store are started from cuttings, which use an asexual method of reproducing the plant. With Baker Creek offering heirloom seeds, … Read more
Lavender (Lavandula) is a very pretty perennial plant that flowers for a long time and is easy to grow. What could be more welcoming in a doorway or vestibule than a big pot of lavender in full bloom, greeting everyone with its lovely scent and bright flowers? With its heavenly fragrance and colorful flowers, lavender … Read more
Hi, Im a gardener and absolutely love growing sugar baby watermelons in my garden. Biting into a ripe, juicy sugar baby melon in the summer is the best way to cool off and find sweetness. I’ll show you how to tell when sugar baby watermelons are ready to be picked today. These are some of … Read more