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Romanesco is an eye-catching, chartreuse-colored variant of cauliflower that offers a buttery, nutty taste and texture. Its fractal, spiral shaped florets make it one of the most visually stunning vegetables you can add to your plate. If you’re looking to try this vegetable for the first time or find the best source for fresh romanesco … Read more
Groundcover plants create beautiful low-maintenance alternatives to turf grass. Many varieties produce pretty pink blooms that add charm and color. If you’re looking for groundcovers with pink flowers here are 12 excellent options for yards, gardens, and borders. 1. Pink Creeping Phlox Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) is a popular evergreen groundcover that originates from rocky, … Read more
We bet you already have some lily bulbs in your garden, and maybe someone gives you some potted lilies every spring. But why not plant your own in containers? These beautiful flowers deserve to be in the spotlight, and that’s easy to do with containers. With their elegant, trumpet-shaped blooms and heavenly fragrance, lilies are … Read more
Each year we collect seeds from our collection of Northwest Cultivar Group (rockii) tree peonies. You can order them on our website or send us $12 to get 25 right after they are picked in late August. (Price includes postage. ) We also have limited numbers of other peony seeds for sale. Please see our … Read more
The Mimosa Tree is a stunning show of flower bursts, which are often compared to starbursts or fireworks. This small to medium-sized Mimosa Tree grows quickly and has the most beautiful pink flowers in the summer. A lot of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds will come to these flowers because they have bright, tight clusters of … Read more
I live in Dutchess Cty new York and purchased 2 “hardy”hibiscus trees in mid fall. I planted them in a sunny spot in my front garden. Even though the rest of the garden is showing signs of spring, these trees look like they are getting new “bark.” The old bark is very thin and wrinkled, … Read more
With their trailing stems of round, plump leaves, string of pearls are one of the most unique and coveted succulents. However, they are prone to fungal diseases like root rot if their care isn’t right. Root rot can quickly cause the demise of a previously happy string of pearls, turning the leaves yellow, brown and … Read more
Roses are an excellent addition to any garden, as there are many varieties and colors available. Unfortunately, gardeners are the only ones attracted to this stunning flower. Aphids are one of the most common garden pests. They eat everything from peppers and potatoes to roses and more. If you see aphids on your rose buds, … Read more
As an annual, Nasturtium can be grown for its pretty flowers, leaves, and climbing stems. It can also be eaten. Both the flowers and leaves of the nasturtium are tasty eaten raw and fresh. Harvesting nasturtium plants as food is easy, as long as you know a few simple tips. With their vibrant blooms and … Read more
Violas, also known as pansies, are cheerful, colorful flowers that can brighten up any garden. Though they look delicate, they are cold hardy and easy to grow from seed. Timing is key when starting violas from seed, so knowing exactly when to plant is important. Violas: A Brief Overview Violas are low-growing flowers in the … Read more