Tips On Taming a Gentian
A hotdog at a Cub Scout cookout has greater life expectancy than alpine gentians in a sea-level garden. A plant conditioned to the clear air and blazing sun of high
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Longer Life for Auratum Lilies
In many parts of the United States, the lovely, fragrant auratum lily, the goldband lily of Japan, usually lasts only one year. Why? This is one of the two finest
A Blossom of Culture: The Symbolism of the Iris Flower
The iris has gathered rich lore through the centuries by symbolizing royalty and fertility to the ancient Egyptians, patriotism to the Buddhists, and Christ’s death to the Christians. The iris
How To Exhibit Daffodils On A Budget
Every new daffodil introduction is interesting to the enthusiast. If the price is within his reach, he is tempted to buy. But in many cases, the cost is prohibitive, and
Growing Lilies In Florida: Is It Possible?
How would you like to look out of your window at a snowbank of sweetness, with a beauty that delights the eye, the fragrance that pleases the nose, and purity
How To Grow Snapdragons In A Home Greenhouse?
Cut flowers in the home greenhouse provide a welcome profusion of winter bloom and a ready source of flowers for indoor bouquets. The initial outlay for a packet or two
What Bulbs To Plant For Fall Bloom?
The English names for colchicum are “autumn-crocus” and “meadow-saffron,” which are misnomers. Numerous species and varieties of the true crocus bloom in the fall; the saffron of commerce is a
Why Do Homeowners Say Delphiniums Are Difficult?
Don’t let anyone tell you that delphiniums are hard to grow. After having grown some 15,000 delphiniums over the past seven years, I believe that if you can grow iris,
How To Cultivate Peruvian Lilies For Beautiful Blooms
Margaret Forman’s experience with Peruvian lilies was amusing and very interesting. She sure likes to grow her Peruvian lilies the hard way. I never had to fall on mine. I
How To Grow Cyclamen Outdoors
The florist’s cyclamen has bloomed in our California garden for 20 years. At times, they are difficult to grow indoors, yet we have two garden beds—one under a tree and