It’s great to have you here in our growing online community. We hope you enjoy the bright world of petunias and pansies. In this fun trip through petals and colors, we’ll learn about the interesting histories of these two famous flowers and enjoy the beautiful sights they bring to gardens all over the US. So, … Read more
Lilies are prized in gardens and floral arrangements for their elegant, showy blooms. But sometimes those blooms can be frustratingly slow to open up fully If you want to speed up the process of getting tight lily buds to burst open, there are several simple tricks you can try In this article, we’ll explore the … Read more
Whatever the season, all sorts of flowers, plants and foliage grow and bloom. Here are just some of the common ones that are toxic to dogs. Every season has different flowers, plants, and leaves that grow and bloom. There are heat waves in the summer, cooler months in the fall, snow in the winter, and … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Sweet alyssum, or Lobularia maritima, is a pretty plant that is loved for its sweet smell and groups of tiny flowers. But don’t be fooled by how it looks; sweet alyssum is tough, easy to grow, and … Read more
St. Johns wort, which is also called goatweed or Klamath weed, is a perennial herbaceous shrub with pretty yellow flowers that can grow in a lot of different conditions. The plant does best in full sun but can also handle some shade. It does well in all kinds of soils and most pH levels, and … Read more
Life ebbs and flows like the passing seasons There are periods of growth, vibrancy and blossoming But there are also times of decline, dimming, and fading away. This endless cycle of life is beautifully encapsulated in the poignant phrase “fading is true while flowering is past.” This sentiment may sound melancholy at first. But it … Read more
Edible Sunflower Seed Collection is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock. Qty Black Russian Sunflowers produce oil-rich seeds that feed both humans and birds. Harvested seeds are used for growing microgreens and producing sunflower oil. These giants grow up to 10 tall and have 12-15″ yellow blooms. Mammoth Sunflowers … Read more
The Dianthus genus is large and varied and includes evergreen perennials, biennials and annuals. However, the most popular garden type are referred to as ‘garden pinks’. No, it’s not because they’re all pink. It’s because the flowers have a cut edge that looks like it was done with pinking shears. Garden pinks are a reliable … Read more
Shasta daisies are the garden’s unassuming (and drought-resistant) crowd-pleasers. Garden designer Troy Rhone talks about the history of daisies, his favorite types of shasta daisies, plants that grow well with shasta daisies, and how to take care of daisies. The Shasta daisy is a classic perennial flower that graces many gardens with its bright white … Read more
With their clusters of cheerful, colorful blooms, phlox are a treasured flower for any garden. Perennial phlox varieties come back year after year, providing lasting beauty. If you want to grow phlox from seed, perennial phlox seeds offer a very affordable option compared to buying starter plants. Here is an in-depth guide to finding and … Read more