Nothing brightens up an outdoor space quite like a lush hanging basket overflowing with flowers. If you’re looking to add a pop of color to your patio, deck, or garden this year, consider filling your hanging baskets with the vibrant, delicate blooms of Million Bells. These popular flowering plants are prized for their long bloom … Read more
Marigolds are a beloved flower known for their bright, cheerful blooms that come in shades of yellow, orange, red and more. Thesecompact plants are extremely popular in home gardens because they’re easy to grow, bloom all season long and can brighten up any landscape. However, some gardeners end up with marigolds that grow much taller … Read more
Texas summers are notoriously hot, with temperatures frequently exceeding 100°F. The intense heat and sunlight can be challenging for many flowering plants. However, some varieties actually thrive under these conditions and will reward Texas gardeners with vivid, abundant blooms all season long. When selecting the best flowers for Texas summers, focus on varieties that can … Read more
“Lily of the valley is the perfect choice for anyone looking for classic, timeless, and chic style.” When it comes to the traditional bride, the lily of the valley may be the perfect wedding flower. It is classic and loved by many. Kate Middleton and Grace Kelly, two of the most famous brides of the … Read more
Their common name is Daffodil and their Latin, botanical name Narcissus. They are a bulb that is part of the amaryllis family, Amaryllidaceae. If you plant the bulb between September and October of the previous year, it will grow roots before the beautiful yellow and white flowers bloom in the spring, from February to early … Read more
This scallop squash grows on bushy plants that make soft fruits that are best when picked when they are four to six inches across. A deliciously mild white squash that is low in calories and a good source of vitamin A. People who garden and people who cook at home will both love Early White … Read more
Flowers are a joy to behold. Their colorful petals and sweet fragrances brighten any garden. While single flowers have their charm, there’s something special about flowers that produce multiple blooms on a single stem. These multiflorous flowers create a cascade of color and provide ample material for flower arrangements. In this article, we’ll explore some … Read more
Strawberries are one of the most popular and delicious fruits you can grow in your garden. And with hanging strawberry plants, you can maximize your harvest and enjoy homegrown berries all season long! What Are Hanging Strawberry Plants? Hanging strawberry plants are strawberry plants that are grown in hanging planters or baskets The trailing vines … Read more
With their intoxicating fragrance and elegant white blooms, gardenia plants are a dream to have indoors. But finding healthy gardenia plants for sale can be tricky if you don’t know where to look. While garden centers typically only sell them seasonally, you have to be wary of poor quality plants shipped from mass producers online. … Read more
Many people think that begonias are easier to grow than other popular herbaceous ornamental plants because they can be grown from seed or leaf, stem, rhizome, or tuber cuttings (Figure 1). Begonia species and varieties are known for their imperfect, monoecious flowers (Figure 2 and 3). It is easy for the breeder to do self-fertilization … Read more