Flower Gardening

Ground covers are usually grown for their dense, quickly spreading leaves, but many of them also have beautiful flowers, and some of them bloom for weeks on end. Flowering ground covers that do well in shade, like Pachysandra or Epimedium (barrenwort), are great for adding lots of color to woodland gardens or as understory plants … Read more

If you’ve been paying close attention to your gardens, you may have seen early green shoots emerge from the ground or even your first flowers of 2023, most likely a snowdrop or crocus. You might be afraid that the cold will kill them or that it’s a sign of climate change, since Rhode Island just … Read more

This expert advice on how to take care of chrysanthemums in a vase will make it easy to take care of these unsung heroes of gardening. People often call these long-lasting flowers chrysanths or mums, and they’re popular for the wide range of colors and flower shapes they come in. In fact, some varieties are … Read more

Morning glories (Ipomoea) are beautiful old-fashioned plants that add color and vertical interest to any garden. They climb mailboxes, lamp posts, fences, and anything else their tendrils can reach. Pot growing morning glory plants is a great way to keep these vigorous vines in check. Morning glories are one of the most beloved old-fashioned garden … Read more

There are many species and cultivars of Dianthus that do well in pots, but it’s important to know that some will do better than others. Plants that grow more compactly, like alpine pinks, small border carnations, and so on, are often the best choice. Dianthus plants that are even bigger may do well in containers … Read more

Yellow is definitely one of the favorite colors of the avid gardener. People see hope and energy in the color yellow, and yellow flowers are one of the most noticeable plants in the world. There are plenty of yellow perennial flowers for your garden, so how do you choose?. We have chosen an assortment of … Read more

Rosemary and lavender are two well-liked, fragrant perennial herbs that will stay in your garden forever and make great garden companions. Both herbs share a preference for well-drained, slightly alkaline soil and thrive in similar growing conditions. Their compatibility in terms of soil requirements allows for easy integration into a cohesive garden design. Because they … Read more

As an apple lover nothing is more disappointing than biting into a beautiful, ripe apple only to find dark blemishes marring the otherwise pristine fruit. These unsightly black spots certainly diminish the appeal of the apple but should they stop you from eating it altogether? Read on to learn what causes these spots, whether it’s … Read more

Bearded iris are one of the most stunning cut flowers you can grow in your garden. Known for their showy, ruffled blooms in a rainbow of colors, bearded iris have long been a favorite of floral designers and gardeners alike. As cut flowers, iris have a vase life of 5-7 days if cared for properly, … Read more