Both heucheras and heucherellas are now available in a wide range of beautiful foliage colors and flower combinations that can make excellent plant additions to any gardens. In recent years there ha
Hillsides(Page)Before planting on a slope, it is essential to understand the gradient, soil, and drainage conditions, as well as the current vegetation. Proper planning and plant selection can help prevent erosion...
Colorful and graceful, Delphiniums a beauty of the ages(Post)Delphiniums are a genus of flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. They are known for their tall spikes of blue, purple, pink, white, or yellow flowers. Delphiniums are native to the Northern
Clematis 'Lime Close' is Serious Black™(Post)Clematis 'Lime Close' is also known as Serious Black™. This remarkable Clematis is not only free-standing and upright, reaching 4 to 6 feet tall, it has striking dark purple, near-black, foliage that
Plant Health(Page)Perennial plants, unlike annuals, return year after year. Their health and longevity depend on various factors. Here are some key considerations: Environmental Factors: Sunlight: Most perennials...
Agastache Arizona Series(Post)This new compact herbaceous perennial from seed attracts hummingbirds, produces aromatic foliage and is drought tolerant when established. Agastache, also known
2015 Perennial Plant of the Year(Post)The Perennial Plant Association membership has voted and the 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year™ is Geranium xcantabrigiense 'Biokovo'. Yes, that is a big name for this excellent groundcover type perenn
PPA Perennial Plant of the Year Award Winners(Post)2023 - Rudbeckia 'American Gold Rush'Finally, a Black Eyed Susan that's resistant to the Septoria leaf spot! Thanks to the thinner and hairier leaves, this hybrid Rudbeckia shows no signs of the fun
The pot at the end of the rainbow is EverColor®! (Post)We’re big on these small grasses!Kilkenny, Ireland is a destination city, famed for arts, crafts, music festivals, ancient castles -- and modern Carex! The breeders at Fitzgerald Nursery have struck
FRUIT PUNCH ® Dianthus PINKS(Post)Prized for their beautifully fragrant, fully double flowers, FRUIT PUNCH® Dianthus are very easy to grow in any sunny area. Their flowers stand like mini carnations atop a short mound of evergreen fol
Have you considered 'Ascot Rainbow’(Post)Here’s a perennial you may not have considered. Colorful, easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established – and with eye-catching fall colors, to boot!'Ascot Rainbow’ lives up to the colorful part of
What is a perennial?(Post)What Is A Perennial? Technically speaking, perennials are plants that live and bloom for more than 2 years. This contrasts with annuals, such as petunias, that live for one year and then die. S
Native Perennial Plants that are Deer-Resistant and Pollinator-Friendly(Post)Perennial plants are a great addition to any garden or landscape. They require less maintenance and may provide seasonal interest. However, when selecting perennial plants, it is important to consid
Delphinium a regal and elegant focal point back drop(Post)Larkspur is a common name, although this name usually refers to annual varieties. Delphinium flowers may be single or double. Blue is the most common color, however red, pink, white, violet, and yello
New Proven Winners® Perennials for 2024-2025 Announced(Post)These plants will be available next year starting July 2024.It is never too early to start taking notes for your wish list!Achillea 'Firefly Fuchsia' PPAF CPBRAF Firefly Collection Common Name:
Baptisia DECADENCE® Series (False Indigo) are ideal for home gardens (Post)Baptisia DECADENCE® Series (False Indigo), available from Proven Winners® this spring, are a tamed down and much more suitable Baptisia for home gardens. Over a decade of work by Hans Hansen, head hyb
Watering Your Garden: A Personalized Approach(Post)Determining the right amount of water for your garden can feel like a guessing game. There is no universal solution, as factors like weather, soil type, sunlight exposure, and plant varieties all pl
Watering Your Garden: A Personalized Approach(Post)Determining the right amount of water for your garden can feel like a guessing game. There is no universal solution, as factors like weather, soil type, sunlight exposure, and plant varieties all pl
Chrysogonum virginianum 'Pierre' vs. Chrysogonum virginianum “Green and Gold”(Post)Green and Gold (Chrysogonum virginianum), also known as Goldenstar or Golden Knee, is one of the most cheerful and reliable native groundcovers for shady areas across the Eastern United States. For ga
Salvia - foundation of the midsummer garden (Post)The characteristics of the family Laminaceae make it one of the most easily recognized group of plants. Opposite, aromatic foliage and square stems are almost a guarantee that the observed plant is