When it comes to getting hardy, bed-planted mums to bloom this fall, it’s all about providing them with a little summertime TLC. Each and every fall, millions upon millions of mums are sold as potted and container plants. And with good reason – their gorgeous colorful blooms are the perfect compliment to any autumn display. …
Nothing says Happy Easter more than a beautiful Easter Lily plant! Their soft, trumpet shaped flowers and ultra-bright white blooms are a sure sign the Easter season is upon us. And, of course, that spring has also arrived. The Easter Lily tradition stems all the way back to World War I. That is when an …
If you are looking to add big perennial fruit flavor to your landscape – then growing raspberries should high on your list! Raspberries are a low-maintenance perennial crop that can provide fruit quickly. And continue to produce for years and years to come. Raspberries are a member of the bramble or cane fruit family that …
Springtime is the perfect time to divide and transplant hostas. Not only will it help to keep these beautiful perennials healthy and well-shaped, it’s also a great way to add additional plants to your landscape. And all for free! The best part of all? It’s easy and quick to do! How To Divide And Transplant …
Dividing ornamental grasses in the early spring is a great way to add additional plants to your landscape without spending a dime. Even better, it helps to keep plants healthy, strong and vibrant! Ornamental grasses come in all sizes and shapes. And they are an easy and inexpensive way to add vibrant texture and color …
Planting and growing Rhododendrons is an excellent way to add color, texture and beauty to your landscape. Rhododendrons almost always keep their over-sized foliage throughout the entire winter season. That alone makes them great for keeping a bit of color in beds long after most plants have shed their leaves for winter. But where Rhododendrons …
Although a lack of adequate sunlight can be an issue for many plants in the landscape, there are plenty of shade loving perennials that can flourish without having direct sunlight. In fact, many actually thrive in the shade! All too often, folks struggle with trying to bring color and texture to the the less-sunny areas …
Growing strawberries is great way to add lasting flavor to your landscape. Spring is coming, and that means strawberry season is just around the corner! Nothing can beat the taste of fresh strawberries, homemade strawberry pie, or delicious strawberry jam. Or for that matter, anything strawberry! And you might be surprised at just how easy …
Growing Cranberries – how this well-known “holiday” super-fruit makes it to the dinner table. Cranberries have long been a traditional part of many Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Families all seem to have their own way to enjoy them, whether it’s in the form of cranberry sauce, cranberry relish, or a dish of fresh whole-cooked cranberries. …
As winter approaches, it’s time to protect perennials, roses and other small bushes from the impending cold weather. Snow, ice, and fluctuating freezing and thawing temperatures can take a toll on plants. Without proper protection, many can become heavily damaged, or freeze out all-together. But with a little care now, hydrangea, rose bushes, lilies, hosta plants …