How To Care For Martha Washington Geraniums
The Pelargonium x domesticum (pel-ar GO-nee-um) x (do-MES-tik-um) is a favorite garden plant of the genus Pelargonium. The genus has about 280 different species, and is a part of the
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Growing Sunset Bells Plants: How To Care For Chrysothemis Pulchella
Chrysothemis pulchella (kry-so-THEE-mis pul-KEL-uh) is a tender tropical perennial plant belonging to the genus Chrysothemis and the Gesneriaceae, most commonly known as the Gesneriad family (along with Achimenes, African violets,
Meet The Pioneers Who Developed Our Roses
Today’s rose gardens sparkle with color and vigor. Their long-stemmed beauties spring from thickly branched, well-foliaged plants, and each season sees many additions to the list of novelties from which
The Jamestown Lilies Members Of The Amaryllis Family
“Thee sent me what we call the Atamasco Lily, from its shape. It has a blush of purple before the flower opens; is white within. It is properly a Lilin
Iris Rivals The Brightest Rainbows
June is a joyous time, for its iris-time. Everywhere, gardens large and small, private and public, even nursery rows — are a glow with the rainbow flowers in all their
Plant Japanese Iris: Attract Attention To Your Garden
Would you like your garden to attract the attention of all who pass by? If so, plant Japanese iris, Iris kaempferi. This large, graceful iris comes into bloom in late
Growing Arisaema Bulbs: How To Care For Jack In The Pulpit Plants
The Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema), often called an Indian turnip, is a common sight in the wild throughout most of the central and eastern United States. Its distinctive green and maroon-striped spathe
The Answer To Why Not Plant Flowering Dahlias?
As all good gardeners know, constant weeding is vital in the growth of all top-quality flowers, including dahlias. Then too, the soil must be kept loose and fluffy, especially after
Do Tulips Have Fragrance?
Tulip flowers surpass violets in scenting the air with a pervasive yet subtle fragrance. It is possible by selection to enjoy a variety of scents from the beginning to the
What Are Cowslips
Many years ago, we transplanted a clump or two of marsh marigolds to the banks of our brook. Today, they cover the banks with gold and spread into an old