Aquilegia comes from the Latin for eagle (aquila), because the long petal spurs reminded Linnaeus of the warlike raptor’s talons. But the common name, columbine, is Latin for dove (columba), because ...
Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' - National Garden Bureau 2023 Green Thumb Award Winner(Post)The National Garden Bureau has announced its 2023 Green Thumb Award Winners. Triumphing in the Perennials category is Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon', part of the Proven Winners Perennial collec ...
Coreopsis Big Bang™ and Li'l Bang™ Series(Post)These trays come with a BANG in them...the Coreopsis Big Bang™ and Li'l Bang™ series. New England-bred, they offer cold-proof, carefree color in a wide range of solids and bicolors -- worthwhile addi ...
Purple mazus is an easy-going, easy-growing ground cover.(Post)A beautiful, useful ground cover, it quickly forms a tight, low-growing carpet of green, and it's covered in really neat purple blooms in late spring.Purple mazus grows in sun to part shade (4-6 hour ...
Green Thumb Secrets(Post)Knowing your soil type is the foundation (pun intended) for a thriving, envy-inducing garden. Here's why it matters: Happy Plants, Happy You: Matching Needs: Different plants have specific ...
Hypericum calycinum Saint John’s Wort(Post)The genus Hypericum has been used medicinally since the 1st Century AD. In the Middle Ages, some species were made into potent potions to ward off evil spirits.We don’t claim healing benefi ...
Trumpet Vine - love or hate?(Post)Campsis radicansType of plant: Vines and ClimbersBloom time of year: Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early FallSun requirements: Sun to Partial ShadeCold hardiness: Zone 4a to Zone 10bHeight: 20-30 ft. Spaci ...
Crocosmia(Post)Crocosmia means "smells like saffron" - not surprising when you consider these brightly-colored flowers spring forth from bulbs in the same family as the saffron-bearing Crocus.The most common hybrid ...
Create a Stunning Garden in Any Season(Post)Discover the best perennial plant combinations for your garden. Our guide covers design principles, cultivation tips, and pairings to help you create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape. What Bloo ...
Sempervivum tectorum - Houseleek(Post)Sempervivum tectorum, commonly known as Hens-and-chicks are a large group of plants from the Crassulaceae family. Most are native to parts of Europe and the Mediterranean Basin. Characterized by ...
Iberis sempervirens - a Garden Gem(Post)Iberis sempervirens is truly a Garden GemIberis sempervirens delivers attractive evergreen foliage throughout the year, providing a stunning spring display of white flowers. The profusion of f ...
Don't just cover the ground - color it!(Post)We fell in love with this fun, interwoven combination of Black Scallop ajuga and yellow creeping Jenny. They're both super easy-growing plants that look amazing together!You could ...
Fruit Punch® 'Maraschino Dianthus(Post)As you find yourself adding maraschino cherries to your desserts or drinks at your next holiday party, think ahead to next summer. ‘Maraschino’ is a petite little perennial that gets covered with che ...
IN THE PINKS(Post)Modern Takes on a Garden ClassicNo perennial garden can call itself complete without a complement of Dianthus. And neither can your perennial offering.These charmers are especially indispensable ...
ECHINACEA purpurea 'White Swan' (Post)ECHINACEA purpurea 'White Swan' Common Name: ConeflowerPlant Description: Ample white petals surround large greenish-bronze cones from July to September in this white version of native E. pur ...
Heuchera 'Midnight Rose' (Post)This is a really beautiful perennial that will add foliage interest and depth of color to your shade garden. 'Midnight Rose' is very tolerant of heat and humidity, and it thrives in part shade. It ma ...
Fun and Games™ 'Leapfrog'(Post)This shade-loving perennial will really brighten up your garden with its golden yellow leaves and a heavy smattering of bright red pigment. Although white flowers do appear in late sp ...
Anemone xhybrida 'Honorine Jobert' - 2016 Perennial Plant of the Year™(Post)2016 Perennial Plant of the Year™Anemone xhybrida 'Honorine Jobert'Common Names- Japanese anemone, windflowerHardiness – USDA Zones 4 to 8Light – Sun or partial shade is preferable.Soil – ‘Honorine J ...
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Genus Planting Guidelines(Page)When your plant arrives, remove it from the shipping box immediately. If it is a container plant, discard any packing material clinging to the leaves or soil, then water it thoroughly, until wa ...