Tropical Paradise
Tropical gardens lift our spirits and transport us into magical, exotic places such as Hawaii, Bali, Florida’s Keys, the Bahamas and beyond. Although not everyone
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Coral Bells
Long valued for their profuse sprays of flowers from spring to early summer, coral bells (heucheras) are now also being valued for their bold, showy
Annuals for Cutting
Do you like having bushels of flowers decorating your home? If you enjoy filling vases with colorful combinations of blooms, you can do so almost
Planning a Vegetable Garden
Vegetable gardens are so satisfying and rewarding. Consider what your very favorite vegetables, fruits or herbs are, and then imagine how exciting it would be
The Scent of Spring: Lilacs
Lilacs and spring are as synonymous as summer and watermelon. The sweet smell of lilac makes us think of spring-and the summer to come. The
Perfectly Pieris-the Lily of the Valley Shrub
One of the first and most beautiful shrubs to bloom in the spring is the Lily of the Valley shrub (Pieris japonica). Sometimes referred to
Houseplants for Cleaner Air
Need to freshen up your home or office? Let a plant do the dirty work. For instance, a spider plant gets rid of formaldehyde fumes
Rose for Your Valentine
The rose is a symbol of love, hope, joy, passion, remembrance, and condolence. No flower has been the subject of sonnets, plays, songs and poems
Keeping Houseplants Healthy in Winter
Keeping your houseplants healthy during winter months may seem difficult. Light from windows is reduced, days are shorter and humidity may be lower due to
Got Herbs? Give Them as Gifts
Fresh or dried, herbs can make wonderful gifts for both the craft-lovers and cooks on your holiday list. Rosemary is especially popular at this time