When designing your garden you want to keep the plants thriving from early spring through late fall and beyond depending where you live. During the main season of growing, you want to have your...
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We have previously written about it being better to plant perennials in the fall to enjoy a beautiful garden next year.  Planting in the fall allows early blooming perennials to establish...
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When many people hear of Allium flowers they think of the large purple globe-shaped flowers.  The more popular Alliums are Gladiator, Globemaster, and Purple Sensation.  Alliums are also...
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According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, mulch’s definition is “a protective covering (as of sawdust, compost, or paper) spread or left on the ground to reduce evaporation, maintain...
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Black flowers and plants are unique and add some intrigue and mystery to your garden.  These plants may look black but are actually a deep shade of purple or red.

There are people...
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As we have previously written when trying to grow flowers that will attract bees to your garden, you need to look at how a bee sees. Bees are able to see faster than humans, meaning they can see...
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The fascination with succulents continues. They can be grown alone or mixed with other plants. We are seeing them not just in the garden but also within home décor and even as wedding...
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Lupines can be found coast to coast and are a popular wildflower in the United States. There are many lupine varieties and there are both annual and perennial versions of these flowers.  One...
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