Where The Wildflowers Grow And Henry David Thoreau
Where the beautiful wildflowers grow, there, a man’s spirit is fed, and poets grow. That so queenly a flower should annually bloom in such withdrawn and secret places as to
Landscape
What Are Glenn Dale Azaleas And What Made Them Special?
The Glenn Dale Hybrid Azaleas launched in a cannonade of almost unparalleled publicity years ago. A sensation at the big flower shows, they were the talk of horticultural circles throughout
Growing Enchanting Sedums: These Thrive Rain Or Shine
Ten years ago, a well-meaning friend gave me several sedum plants, and with great enthusiasm, I planted them on our stone wall. I was a new gardener, and it was
Growing Azaleas On The West Coast
Azaleas are popular plants and can grow from Seattle to Southern California. They are not difficult to grow if properly selected and properly cared for. Here are the proper steps
Growing Azaleas In East Central US
One of the difficulties in growing azaleas in many areas west of the Appalachians, in western Pennsylvania and Ohio, for example, is that the soil is not naturally acid and
Growing Azaleas In New England
Many excellent azaleas, natives of Europe and Asia, and America are suitable for growing in New England. If I were limited to five, I think that my choice would be
Growing South Atlantic Azaleas: Notorious For Extravagant Colors
The azalea gardens of the South Atlantic and Gulf Coast area are notorious for their extravagant colors, and visitors from the North plan extensive tours to see them each spring.
Growing Mid-Atlantic Azaleas Rich In Individual Character
Azaleas are stagging a comeback from New York City to Washington. D. C. Their popularity will increase as the word spreads that these distinctive shrubs can be reliable and permanent
Stone Garden Walls: How To Garden On A Wall
Dry stone walls have an appeal all their own. We associate them with charming English gardens and the rocky, picturesque New England countryside. Some of the best of these walls
Hardy Heath: Excellent Rock Garden Plants Give A Splendid Change of Pace
Hardy heaths, of which Erica carnea and its horticultural forms (named varieties) are good examples, are excellent rock garden plants, are attractive massed in front of evergreen or flowering shrubs,