You don’t have to live in Kansas to enjoy sunflowers in the garden! Sunflowers are easy and fun to grow. From tall varieties that reach for the sky to dwarf types that are knee-high, there’s a variety to suit every
Star jasmine (also known as Confedrate jasmine) makes a wonderful groundcover. It has dense foliage and will cover the ground from 8-18 inches high. It makes a great rock garden plant or can be used as a creeper between other shrubs. Like
Is the bearded iris for you? Well, the more you learn about this versatile little bloom, the more you will appreciate its simple splendor. With old-fashioned grace, the bearded iris is available in a host of colors and sizes. Fun to share,
Clematis vines have long been valued for their great clusters of large and delicate blooms. Long popular in English gardens, they continue to grow in popularity stateside. More than 200 species occur naturally throughout the world, offering
Remember when a girl in love would pluck a daisy’s petals, hoping that the final petal remaining would mean that the object of her heart loved her? How far have daisies come! The gerbera daisy is also known as the Transvaal daisy, as it
Although their flowers might look delicate, the diminutive Dianthus are some of the hardiest perennials around. These dependable blooming perennials produce richly fragrant flowers in the spring and summer, sometimes extending right up until
by Tamara Galbraith Attention:If you received an amaryllis as a gift over the holidays, or bought one for yourself…don’t throw that bulb away when the flower stalk becomes withered and ugly! With a little coddling, you can enjoy
One of the most spectacular winter blooming plants is the cineraria (Pericallis x hybrida). What makes these plants so special is that the deep green, slightly lobed leaves of these colorful beauties are often completely covered by immense
Nothing can fill a home with color like the beauty of cyclamen. Not only are they among the best winter-blooming plants but they perform exceptionally well indoors. You can use them in pots on tables, by the front door, or on a bright
Poinsettias are a wonderful worldwide holiday tradition. In fact, next to a Christmas tree, nothing else says Christmas quite like poinsettias. Displayed alone or in groups, they can add a festive splash of color to every décor. From a
