Crinum is a wonderful summer-flowering bulb belonging to the genus Crinum and a member of the Amaryllidaceae, also known as the Amaryllis family. The genus name Crinum originated from the Greek word “Krinon,” which means “Lily.” It references the typical characteristics of most plant species, which have whitish flowers. This tender perennial bulb is native … Read more
For those of us who must keep a hand in gardening even though the ground is frozen outdoors, there is nothing so enjoyable as paper-white narcissus. They are vigorous and do well in just water and pebbles. Even if you live in a city apartment, you can easily force narcissus. All you have to do … Read more
Before the settlers and the plow came, camassias were in countless millions in all the moist meadows and valleys throughout the Far West. Were it not for the plow and grazing, and all such spots would be a sea of white or cream or blue or purple in season, but, naturally, the settler would turn … Read more
Experienced gardeners prefer fall planting. Not for all plants, but for a great many that the beginner seldom thinks of setting out except in spring. Unless you are in a very cold section of the country, roses planted in fall take hold better than spring-set bushes. So do most fruit trees and bushes, other deciduous … Read more
Although many of us paid dearly for fall planting this past year, fall is still one of the best times, if not the best, to plant in many areas. Unless there is a bad wind problem or a very early winter, fall-planted plants have a chance to get started next spring and maybe even this … Read more
Nerine (nay-REE-nay) is a herbaceous perennial bulbous flowering plant belonging to the genus Nerine and is a member of the popular Amaryllidaceae or better known as the Amaryllis family. In 1820. the genus Nerine was established by Reverend William Herbert, a British botanist, botanical illustrator, clergyman, and poet. It’s also believed to be named after … Read more
If for no other reason, gardeners look forward to the fall season because it is bulb planting time. Somehow, a keen sense of pleasure comes from carefully placing the bulbs in the warm, moist earth to root and sleep through the long cold months. But as we plant, we dream up pictures of how these … Read more
Fall planting time is here, and since there are so many advantages in favor of a greater amount of planting at this time of year, it is difficult to understand why so many gardeners think they have to wait until spring to set out most trees, shrubs, and perennials. If you have vacant places in … Read more
Now is the time to plan for that spring bulb garden to be sure of weeks of gorgeous color. There are hundreds of varieties and combinations awaiting your pleasure. Beginning with the so-called minor bulbs, such as crocus, scums, and snowdrops, continuing with a wide range of daffodils and a selection of fragrant hyacinths, you … Read more
Springtime is flower time, and of all the flowers that bloom in spring, those that burst forth from bulbs are the most colorful and prolific bloom. Indeed, by planting an assortment of bulbs, corms, and tubers selected with an eye to flowering sequence, you can enjoy a continuous procession of bright blooms for 14 to … Read more