This article is for you if you want to know how to grow magnolia from seeds! Magnolia is a beautiful tree that any plant lover will love. This tree is considered one of the symbols of spring. The flowers are very small and range in color from milky white to purple and yellow. They bloom … Read more
Lovely dogwood trees (Cornus spp.) bring year-round beauty to landscapes with their showy spring blooms, vibrant fall color, and interesting bark. Propagating dogwoods from cuttings is an easy, inexpensive way to multiply these ornamental trees quickly. With proper care, dogwood cuttings can readily root and grow into new trees that are exact genetic clones of … Read more
Flower shopping with my mom and grandmother, petunias were a must to have in our gardens every year. Flower centers start these from plugs to then continue growing for their customers. Most petunias from the store are started from cuttings, which use an asexual method of reproducing the plant. With Baker Creek offering heirloom seeds, … Read more
A special portion of our farm is dedicated to flower lovers like yourself. A full mix of dahlias and greens for the person whose home feels different when there are new flowers on the counter. It includes new friends and as well as ardent supporter of our farm from the beginning. Here’s how it works: … Read more
Cherry trees are gorgeous when in bloom and produce sweet, delicious fruit. Many gardeners dream of having them but don’t have the yard space for a full-size cherry tree. Fortunately, cherry trees can be successfully grown in pots with the right care and selection. Here is a complete guide to growing potted cherry trees. Choosing … Read more
If youre interested in growing your own mulberry trees, you might want to try propagating them from cuttings. This is a fun project that will help you make new plants that are genetically identical to the parent plant. In this guide, well walk you through the process of propagating mulberries from cuttings. Mulberry trees are … Read more
Hello and welcome to the fascinating world of rhododendron propagation. Here, flower buds turn into lush, colorful gardens. This complete guide covers both the art and science of making more of these beautiful plants, so all gardeners can successfully grow new rhododendrons from their old favorites. Find out how to pick the best flower buds … Read more
Salvias (ornamental sages) are a must in the summer garden. They come in a huge variety of shapes and colors, and the nectar-filled flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Many of them bloom from midsummer until the first frosts, and they flower for months on end. Many of them also have fragrant leaves. The … Read more
Gorgeous redbud trees put on an impressive floral display in early spring before most trees have even leafed out. Their abundant blooms range from bright pink to lavender to even white, ripening into heart-shaped leaves that provide greenery through fall. It’s no wonder redbud trees are so popular in home landscapes. Though redbuds are often … Read more
When I saw my first String of Pearls plant or Senecio rowleyanus, it was love at first sight. I knew I wanted one of my very own. Mine was getting long so it was time for propagating String of Pearls. Here’s what you need and the steps to take. A String of Pearls plant tends … Read more