How To Grow Plunge-Pit Mums
The English method for growing “plunge-pit” mums combines the advantages of both outdoor growing and greenhouse culture. I have grown prize mums with this system, with certain modifications, for all
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Gardener’s Crystal Ball Garden Flower Trials
What new annual garden flowers will appear in the next few years? Perhaps that seems like a foolish question. Isn’t it a little early to talk of new things today
The Smaller Rhododendrons: A Delightful Colorful Surprise
Do you know there are some only a few inches high that rival the giants in beauty? The rhododendrons most of us know are so immense and magnificent that the
Anyone Can Grow Rhododendrons The Amenable Shrub
Rhododendrons are amenable shrubs. They’ll grow for any one of us, whether we are skilled gardeners or rank beginners, whether we have a thousand acres or the smallest of foundation
Tips on Planning Your Perennial Border
Your garden, first of all, should be an expression of yourself. It’s a good idea to study the fundamental rules of landscape architecture and to consult authorities for good garden
Tips on Growing True Blue Gentians
No flower runs through a more excellent range of true blue than does the gentian. Since its various species provide bloom from early March to winter snows, it seems strange
Elfin Faces of the Winsome Violets
For charming appeal, few flowers rival the violet. Its variety of elfin faces, early appearance in spring, when flowers are still an event, and delectable fragrance endears it to all.
Japanese Anemones: Charming Fall Flowering Perennials
Fall flowering perennials have come into their own in recent years. The latest developments in chrysanthemums and hardy asters are outstanding, and it appears that more riotously colorful things are
How to Grow Prize Glads
Whether you grow gladiolus for show or pleasure, you’ll want prizewinning beauties. So here’s my year-round plan for producing the kind of flowers you’ll be proud to display. Growing Calendar
How To Grow The Oconee Bells
Oconee bells (Shortia galacifolia) are extremely rare in nature and have an exciting history of discovery, loss, and rediscovery. These are but added allurements to the inherent charm of the