6 Ways to Control Garden Slugs and Snails

6 Ways to Control Garden Slugs and Snails

They may look harmless, but slugs and snails can cause a surprising amount of damage in a garden. They chew holes in leaves, munch on flower buds and fruit, and devourRead More

Amaryllis Bulbs: Why Size Matters

Amaryllis Bulbs: Why Size Matters

During the holiday season, amaryllis bulbs are readily available at a wide range of different prices. Here’s how to decide which bulbs are the best value. Flower bulbs contain stored food energy. WhenRead More

Adventures in Late Fall Bulb Planting

Adventures in Late Fall Bulb Planting

Every year I say I’m going to plant bulbs early enough in the fall season so that my fingers are not freezing off as I’m planting bulbs in the soil.Read More

Protecting Gardens from Deer

Protecting Gardens from Deer

After waiting for months to my see tulips bloom, it’s both heartbreaking and infuriating to have them mowed down by deer. But when deer populations are high, and the deer areRead More

Fragrant Spring-Blooming Bulbs

Fragrant Spring-Blooming Bulbs

To banish memories of cold, grey winter days, there’s nothing more effective than the rainbow colors of daffodils, tulips and hyacinths. Add some fragrant bulbs and your spring garden becomesRead More