Growing Lilacs With Great Pleasure
Over the last 30 years, I have been growing lilacs. No other plant has given me greater pleasure. Since we are convenient to the private collection of Miss Vivian Evans,
Landscape
A Greenhouse Made To Order
When the Trekells bought their suburban home, they made certain that the lot was large enough to accommodate a small greenhouse, which could be attached to the house. Then they
Sargent Crabapple The Ornamental Crab
At this season, when displays of brightly colored fruits attract more attention than flowers among trees and shrubs, the ornamental crabapples command particular admiration. One of the most distinctive of
Trade Bricks For Flowers
This is the tale of a new garden fostered by an old garden. Both lie within St. Luke’s Chapel, close to Greenwich Village. A two-year apprenticeship in the old garden
Lilacs-old And New Varieties
One of the most cherished spring-flowering shrubs is the lilac. With its appealing fragrance and abundance of bloom, it continues to be a favorite everywhere it grows. Moreover, the new
Lilacs-old And New Varieties
When we talk about modern peonies, we do not do so to discredit the older varieties. Such favorites as Mons. Jules Elie, Festiva Maxima, Reine Hortense, and many others still
How I Start New Rose Plants From Cuttings
I’m giving my method of starting rose cuttings in answer to the inquiry I read in a magazine. I’ve used this method for many years with success. How I Start
Foliar Feeding: A Secret to Thriving Roses and Plants
Summary: The article explores foliar feeding’s benefits for roses and other plants, emphasizing its potential to produce larger blossoms, vibrant foliage, and improved winter hardiness. It delves into the process,
Healthy Habits: Keep Your Roses Looking Their Best
Growing and maintaining roses during the growing season can be a manageable task. Following a planned procedure, only a few minutes each week are needed to keep a rose garden
How To Simplify Control Of Poison Ivy?
Control of poison ivy is often a real problem for the suburbanite. However, it need not be tolerated since improved herbicides have become available. Eradication by hand pulling is exasperating,