With their delicate, papery blooms in a kaleidoscope of colors, poppies bring joy to any garden. And the good news is – yes, you can absolutely grow poppies successfully in Michigan! Poppies thrive in the cool conditions of spring and early summer across most of the Midwest. But as a Michigan gardener timing is everything … Read more
The drooping star of Bethlehem, also known by its scientific name Ornithogalum nutans, is a bulbous perennial plant that produces graceful nodding flowers in spring Native to parts of Europe and Asia, it has been introduced to North America as an ornamental garden plant With its dangling white blooms and grassy foliage, the drooping star … Read more
Boston ferns (Nephrolepis exaltata) are popular indoor plants with graceful, sword-shaped fronds and air-purifying qualities. This lovely pet-safe plant comes from tropical areas and does best in places with high humidity and steady indirect sunlight, whether you plant it inside or outside. Boston ferns prefer moderate to high levels of bright, indirect light. They can … Read more
Add a touch of classic style to your space with the Neanthe Bella Palm from Lakewood Plant Company. This plant is also known as the Parlor Palm. Originating from Mexico and Guatemala, this Chamaedorea elegans captivates with its delicate fronds and graceful demeanor. It’s more than just a plant when it’s displayed in homes, offices, … Read more
When trees trade in their bare-boned branches for leafy green stems, it’s clear spring has arrived! But what should you do if your trees are still bare in the spring? That’s what Ohio reader Dianna asked when her flowering plum and paperbark maple trees didn’t get any new leaves in the spring after an unusually … Read more
The weather is finally going to get nice this weekend, and since it’s the bank holiday, it’s a great time to have fun with your family in the garden! If you’re not going anywhere, here are some ideas for FREE and FUN things to do outside with your kids. You can have fun with them … Read more
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is native to Europe Asia and North America. The common name comes from the legend that the Greek warrior Achilles used yarrow to staunch battlefield wounds. In addition to its long history as a medicinal herb, yarrow has become a popular ornamental plant, with many cultivars boasting different bloom colors and … Read more
As spring approaches, I hear a lot of people talking about growing those old, heavily sprouted potatoes that you find at the bottom of your pantry or buying potatoes to plant from the store because seed potatoes are so expensive. This is another gardening topic that gets a lot of attention online. However, most of … Read more
SunPatiens (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens®) are an impatiens hybrid that can withstand full sun in containers and flowerbeds. Impatiens are one of the most popular annual flowers. However, the light requirements of common impatiens limit where you can plant them. They do best in at least some shade, and the sun should stay away from … Read more
Bulb flowers are beautiful. They are hardy and bloom for weeks or even months. They are the star of any garden. Bulb plants that bloom in the spring are already done, but bulbs that bloom in the late summer are still open for business. Planting bulbs is a fun and rewarding way to add bursts … Read more