Butterflies are very demanding about their diet. If a garden doesn't offer their favorite flowers, they simply won't visit.One of the very best perennials for attracting butterflies, including the ma ...
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 g ...
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 th ...
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 ...
When the eagle flies with the dove(Post)What perennial gets its common name from the Latin for dove, its scientific name from the Latin for eagle, and marketing names from the English for at least nine other avian species?It is Aquile ...
Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'(Post)Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' is a beautiful hybrid Geranium discovered in the Biokova Mountains of Croatia. White flowers with light pink veins and stamens. Stunning red-orange fall coloring.P ...
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 ...
Brunnera 'Jack Frost'(Post)Sky blue, forget-me-not flowers and leaves with a netted silver overlay. 'Jack Frost' is absolutely stunning from early spring to fall. One of the showiest and most worthy plants to come along in a d ...
Not your typical catmint(Post)Nepeta, a.k.a. catmint, has been a garden staple for many years and for many reasons.With clusters of beautiful blue/purple flowers, it’s a favorite stop for pollinators. Plants are generally healthy ...
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 ...
Year of the Delphinium(Post)The National Garden Bureau has declared 2016 the Year of the Delphinium.Some odd facts and factoids about this lovely perennial:-- The name Delphinium is from the Latin for "dolphin." ...
People’s Choice winners Farwest Show(Post)First things first, we'd like to give a nod to three Proven Winners perennials for pulling in a set of awards at the Farwest show last month - including the top prize of Best in Show for& ...
The right plant to fill a shady spot(Post)Finding the right plants to fill a shady spot can be tough, especially in dry shade. Fortunately, Carex pensylvanica solves the shade selection problem.Pennsylvania Sedge will handle a rang ...
Short but glorious columbine(Post)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 ...
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 ...
Kickin Asters(Post)Yes, the nomenclature's outdated: "New world" asters were renamed years ago. But frankly, we get no kick outta "Kickin' Symphyotrichum." That taxonomical tongue-twister remains an orphan. Gardeners ...
Heuchera 'Palace Purple'(Post)In 1991, Heuchera 'Palace Purple' was voted Perennial Plant of the Year. The newcomer, now a garden staple, ignited a whole new career for a familiar genus.Florists and gardeners knew "coral bells" a ...
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 yell ...
Carex morrowii ‘Ice Dance’ - Blades of Glory(Post)The genus name is Latin for “cutter.” Because, like skaters, “sedges have edges.” Even if you can’t tell a triple axel from a toe loop, you will still nail the landing with ‘Ice Dance’.‘Ice Dance’ ...
Fertilizer(Page)When considering fertilizers for your flower garden, it is essential to ask yourself these questions: Soil Testing: Have you recently tested your soil? This will reveal the nutrient levels, pH, a ...