Easy Perennials For Every Gardener
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
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
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
You wouldn’t expect such tropical-looking foliage from an inexpensive seed packet labeled “castor bean.” But this budget-wise plant can’t be beaten for quick foundation plantings to banish the bare look
Honeysuckles are ornamental in flowers, foliage, and fruit. The blossoms attract the insects that lure the hummingbirds, warblers, and vireos. The leaves serve as cover and protection for wide varieties
Annuals are plants that last through one growing season. Seeds are planted in the spring, grow, and bloom. After maturing their seeds, every part of them dies. They have completed
You will discover many advantages in knowing how to increase perennials in this way. I do it mostly for fun, as a hobby. I like to discover how many of
To raise lavender in one’s own garden and use the crushed flowers and leaves as a sachet is to touch hands momentarily with the lady of the 17th-century manor. She
The candle plant may be new to you, too. It always puzzles visitors at our local show. Botanically it is Plectranthus oertendahlii—but don’t let that scare you—it is as easy
There is still time to sow seeds of many perennials to provide plants for next year’s garden. If you have a cold frame, you will have space after annuals and
Every gardener today is looking for perennials that are easy to grow, bloom over a long period, and are, at the same time, practically pest free. The McKenna giant hybrid