During the centuries, the rose has reigned as the queen of flowers. Several distinct types have attained popularity, each, in its turn, considered the acme of rose perfection. Yet, many
One of the twentieth century’s miracles is the progress made in scientific plant breeding. Unattractive color, shape, or texture in a flower that is good in other respects are no
Just as each year the consumer looks forward to new models in automobiles, TV sets, refrigerators, etc., the gardener looks forward to the introduction of the new “models” in roses.
You will be surprised to learn, perhaps, that you may still purchase and grow roses that were brought to Europe from the Holy Lands by the crusaders; or that you
Planting Procedure For African Violet Cuttings Mouse Ear African Violets In a few more weeks, tiny “mouse-ear” African violet leaves will push their way up from the roots at the
Zinnias are one of the most underappreciated garden staples out there. Depending on the species, you can grow these beautiful annuals from the inhospitable USDA hardiness zone 2 to the
The gardener who knows how and which plants to shear, and is not afraid to cut, will have a neater garden and often a second crop of blossoms, sometimes a
There are literally hundreds of different kinds of Ludy, herbaceous perennial flowers which may be grown in our gardens. Because some of these require considerable maintenance—special attention of one kind
Iron deficiency, which causes chlorosis or yellowing of the leaves of plants and trees, is found in many parts of the United States and the world. It occurs in almost
Of the 175 different kinds of honeysuckles grown in the United States today, the Tatarian honeysuckle, Lonicera tatarica, is one of the most valuable ornamental. True, it does not have