Where do I get the stones for my rock garden? Happy is the gardener if the rocks are already on the property, such as a natural ledge, an old quarry, or a boulder-strewn field. Then, man has merely to rearrange a bit the stones provided by nature, add soil and a few plants and the … Read more
The stems of this plant are unusual in form, which is zig-zag-like rick-rack braids, and is especially desirable for arrangements where the added value of the silhouette is desired. In the far south, Pedilanthus is a hardy shrub growing in sun or light shade, but it must be treated as a pot plant for most … Read more
At this time of year, the gardener is constantly reminded by nursery catalogs, newspaper columns, and magazine articles of the merits of setting out plants in the Fall. Much can be said in favor of fall planting for certain types of plants, but since nothing on this earth of ours is wholly good, the gardener … Read more
In the South, the pecan is one of the most valuable dual-purpose trees. It gives us needed shade in summer and a rich harvest of tasty fruit in the fall. Best Time To Plant The best time to plant pecans in the South is from November to March when the trees are completely dormant. Small … Read more
Scientists tell us that more than 40 species of scale insects feed on some part of the camellia plant. Fortunately, few of these will be encountered by the average camellia grower, but as with any pest, these few may prove very disastrous. Scales may quickly rob a plant of its vitality and render it incapable … Read more
Lawn watering, we all agree, is necessary. But the question arises about how much water and how often it should be applied. There are several theories on the subject—each well founded on experience and testing. Different Theories On Lawn Watering Robert Schery, Director of the Lawn Institute, in his remarks at the June Convention of … Read more
Hydrangeas might well be called the lazy gardener’s plant. They respond to minimum care by producing a wealth of showy blooms in summer, and in autumn, the foliage and flowers of most species turn to rich colors. The ones mentioned here usually withstand a temperature of 10° degrees Fahrenheit and Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora as low … Read more
Even a carefully planned garden may have a run of flowers of only one kind for several days or even a week or more. Consequently, most of us can remember times during the garden season when we didn’t enjoy cutting flowers for the house as much as usual simply because there didn’t seem to be … Read more
Low-growing veronicas are among the best rock plants; even out of bloom, they are attractive, and when sheeted with blue or white, or pink flowers, they are truly delightful. Plants that hold their foliage beauty through the winter are half the charm of a rock garden and a real comfort to the gardener. Many of … Read more
When maintenance becomes too burdensome, gardening ceases to be a pleasure. My idea of the straw that breaks the camel’s back is a businessman who comes home tired after a day’s work and then has to put in a couple of hours at the end of a garden hose. When we built our home, I … Read more