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Snapdragons A Contemporary Heirloom
As snapdragons, Antirrhinum majus, make the annual return to the fall garden in the southern US, they are nodding off for a long winter's nap in the north.
Oct 3, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
The Debut of Dirr's Distylium Hybrids
The debut of three Distylium cultivars by Michael Dirr and associates adds more options to a homeowner's list of ornamental evergreen foundation plantings.
Oct 2, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Hippeastrelia: A Guide to Growing the "Impossible" Bulb
Once thought of as an impossible hybrid to create, this stunning cross between Hippeastrum and Sprekelia is a garden flower sure to please.
Oct 2, 2011
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Peter Ashby
An Autumn Living Wreath Sown With Succulents
Whether you are sparse on space, need a portable planting platform, or prefer thinking in circles, sow a living wreath for a festive fall garden.
Sep 28, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Caryopteris Clandonensis Autumn Blooming Blue Mist Shrub
Caryopteris clandonensis adds cool blue to the garden from mid-summer to frost and complements the golden tones of autumn's perennials and wildflowers.
Sep 27, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Coral Vine Antigonon Leptopus - Traveling Tropical Treasure
Some vines only get better as the growing season progresses. The coral vine, Antigonon leptopus, is especially lovely in the September of its life cycle.
Sep 22, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Plant Profile: Peonies
An overview of facts about peonies, how to care for them, and their symbolism and meaning.
Sep 19, 2011
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Latresha Byrd
Plant Profile: Scarlet Pimpernel
Many know Scarlet pimpernel as a famous literary character. The name is also known as a flower that grows in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Sep 13, 2011
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Latresha Byrd
Chives in the Fall Garden - Dig, Divide, and Conquer
Chives are cool season, cold hardy clump forming perennial herbs that flourish famously in the garden or on sunlit windowsills if divided and reset in fall.
Sep 7, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Clematis Cousins Compete for Climbing Rights in Your Garden
Sweet autumn clematis and Virgin's Bower are two vigorous, fall blooming, long-distance twining perennial vines vying for space in your garden.
Aug 30, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Tips for Choosing and Siting a Greenhouse
Growing flowers and vegetables all year round can be a great pastime. Make sure your greenhouse is cut out to do the job and in the right location
Aug 28, 2011
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Colleen Kelley
Rain Lilies Make Great Perennial Fillers in the Garden
This clumping perennial bulb has a small, star-shaped flower and works great to fill in empty spots in an outdoor bed or as a container planting.
Aug 17, 2011
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Christy Swift
Recession-Proof Hollyhocks
Hollyhocks, Alcea rosea, are a premiere plant for recession-proof, long-term investment and growth in the garden.
Aug 8, 2011
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Arlene Marturano
Rangoon Creeper - Good Creeping Vine for Florida
Quisquali indica is a Florida-friendly creeping vine with white, pink, and red flowers. It is excellent for providing shady cover and has a pleasant aroma.
Aug 2, 2011
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Christy Swift
Natural Home Remedies for Weeds, Powdery Mildew and Mosquitos
Gardening pests like weeds, powdery mildew, and mosquitos can be deterred by natural home remedies made with ingredients found in your fridge or pantry.
Jul 30, 2011
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Lara Smith
Native New Zealand Trees for Gardens around the World
New Zealand has a wide variety of native trees suited to the home garden. Many can be purchased and successfully grown in countries around the world.
Jul 28, 2011
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Sally Putan
Successfully Split and Replant Peonies in Your Garden
Peony shrubs have large, fragrant flowers and live for many years. As they become crowded, you can split and replant the divides in your garden
Jul 17, 2011
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Tracy Barnhart
Annual Ornamental Grasses
Ornamental grasses can be a fabulous addition to any garden flower bed or border. Gardeners should consider what kinds of annual grass to plant.
Jul 6, 2011
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Angela England
Growing Black Raspberries in Your Home Garden
Black raspberries are a popular garden fruit in home gardens across the country. These Blackcaps produce abundant sweet, medium-sized berries in the summer.
Jun 24, 2011
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Tracy Barnhart
Perennial Plants to Attract Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Create a butterfly garden as a fun family project. Select the right flowers, shrubs and trees to bring butterflies and hummingbirds year after year.
Jun 16, 2011
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Cheryl Munson
