Sunflowers are one of the most iconic and beloved flowers. With their big, cheerful faces and height, they bring joy and make beautiful cuts. When choosing sunflowers for cutting gardens, look for varieties that have strong, straight stems and good vase life. Both branching and single stem types can make excellent cut flowers. Here are … Read more
The Regal Beauty of Pink Diamond and Queen of Night Tulips As a gardener who loves unique flower forms and rich, vivid colors, I’m always seeking out tulips that make a dramatic impact in spring. Two of my long-time favorites are the deep purple ‘Queen of Night’ and soft pink ‘Pink Diamond’ tulips, which combine … Read more
Anemone hupehensis var. japonica ‘Pamina’ is a lovely late summer blooming perennial plant that brings charm and color to the garden. This Japanese anemone cultivar also known as windflower, makes an excellent addition to borders cottage gardens, and other landscape plantings. With its bushy foliage, tall stems of pretty flowers, and late season bloom time, … Read more
Daffodils and forget-me-nots are two of the most beloved flowers that bloom in spring. With their cheery blossoms in hues of yellow and blue, this classic color combination creates a charming display when grown together in the garden. In this article, we’ll explore how to successfully plant and care for daffodils and forget-me-nots so you … Read more
Lily of the valley is a classic shade garden plant, highly valued for its charming white bell-shaped flowers and lovely fragrance. However, when your lily of the valley fails to bloom, all you’re left with is a mass of plain green foliage. Getting these plants to flower reliably requires meeting a few key growing conditions: … Read more
Discover the Beautiful Calluna Vulgaris Heather Plants for Sale As a landscaper and gardener, I’m always on the lookout for interesting evergreen shrubs that provide year-round interest One of my favorites is Calluna vulgaris, commonly known as Scotch heather or ling. This versatile hardy perennial is prized for its delightful flowers and colorful foliage In … Read more
Cherry blossoms in stunning shades of black and white can create unique artistic views of this iconic flower The high contrast of dark branches dotted with white or light pink flowers is eye-catching Black and white cherry blossom images have become popular for tattoos, artwork, and photography. Let’s explore what makes this flower so ideal … Read more
Painting lively floral designs directly onto fences creates an instant transformation. It injects color, softens hard edges, and connects the fence to the environment. Fences provide perfect blank canvases for creating gorgeous garden murals or picking out patterns. Let’s explore some creative ways to incorporate painted flowers and plants to liven up boring backyard boundaries … Read more
With its romantic double flower form and sweet fragrance, Creme de la Creme phlox has become a sensational garden performer. This outstanding perennial phlox variety provides billowy blooms and refreshing fragrance to grace any sunny flower bed or border. In this article we’ll explore why Creme de la Creme has gained such popularity, how to … Read more
Troubleshooting When Your Muscari or Grape Hyacinth Has Leaves But No Flowers Muscari, also known as grape hyacinth are early spring-blooming bulb flowers that add a pop of color with their purple, blue or white blossoms. Their slim grass-like foliage also provides nice texture contrast in flower beds and borders. However, some gardeners experience the … Read more