Avoid Toxic Lookalikes Flowers That Can Be Confused with Elderflower Elderflower’s delicious blossoms lend their flavor to syrups, cordials, and other tasty treats. With the popularity of foraging on the rise, more people are seeking out these fragrant blooms each spring. However, correct identification is crucial since elderflowers share visual similarities with several toxic plants. … Read more
When spring arrives vibrant blue bell-shaped flowers seem to appear everywhere, adding charm and color to gardens fields, and woodlands. These dainty blooms ring in the season with their delicate, dangling bells in calming shades of blue, purple, and sometimes white. Blue bell-flowers come in many delightful species, ranging from ground covers to tall border … Read more
Spanish Bluebells vs English Bluebells How to Tell the Difference Between These Classic Spring Flowers As spring arrives, carpets of beautiful bluebells emerge in woodlands and gardens across Britain But not all bluebells are created equal. Two types commonly grow in the UK – the native English bluebell and the introduced Spanish bluebell Though they … Read more
Zinnias are beloved for their vivid, long-lasting blooms in every color. But starting these annual flowers from seed requires some finesse. A key question is how many zinnia seeds to plant per hole for the best germination and growth. Follow this guide for seeding success. Why Proper Seeding Matters Carefully planting the right amount of … Read more
Phlox Emerald Cushion Blue is a lovely evergreen perennial in the phlox family that forms a low, mat-like mound of foliage topped with abundant lavender-blue flowers in spring and summer. This compact plant has received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit for its outstanding ornamental qualities. With its carpeting habit, long bloom time, … Read more
With their colorful, fragrant blooms that attract pollinators by the dozens bee balm flowers are a beloved addition to gardens across North America. The flowers come in a diverse range of hues and forms making bee balm a versatile perennial. In this article, we’ll showcase bee balm flowers through pictures and explore some of the … Read more
Jonquils and daffodils are two types of popular spring-blooming bulbs that are often confused as being the same flower. However, while related, jonquils and daffodils are actually different plants with some distinct characteristics. The Confusion Between Jonquils and Daffodils The mistaken belief that jonquils and daffodils are the same flower stems from a few factors: … Read more
When it comes to curb appeal the front of your house makes the biggest impression on visitors and passersby. A beautiful display of flowers along the foundation or edging the front walkway shows that you take pride in your home. Flowers for the front of the house also give pollinators like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds … Read more
Pink flowers with five petals can add elegant pops of color to any garden. Their symmetrical shapes and rosy hues make them aesthetically pleasing additions. While most flowering plants produce blooms in a variety of colors, certain species are prized for their pink varieties. Let’s explore some of the most popular pink five-petaled flowers and … Read more
Gaura Belleza Dark Pink is a beautiful variety of bee blossom that provides airy spikes of pink flowers from early summer well into fall. This long-blooming perennial is easy to grow, tolerates heat and drought, and adds graceful movement and nonstop color to gardens and containers. With its compact habit and vibrant blooms, Gaura Belleza … Read more