7 Tips for Growing Hostas
Hostas are the go-to perennial for shady gardens, and for good reason. These rugged plants live for decades and require virtually no attention. Rake away the old leaves in spring andRead More
Winter Storage for Summer Bulbs and Tubers
Summer bulbs are the stars of my late summer garden. Dahlias, cannas, glads, acidanthera and eucomis keep the color going long after most perennials have faded. But in the northern half of the countryRead More
Best Perennials for Spring Gardens
If you have a perennial garden, you probably know all too well that coordinating bloom times is a tricky business. I’m quite sure I’ll still be working on it in my next life!Read More
Creative Ways to Use Hostas in Your Yard and Garden
Hostas are so incredibly tough and easy to grow, that they sometimes don’t get the respect they deserve. More than just problem solvers for shady areas where few other plants willRead More
How to Use Burgundy Flowers and Foliage
Burgundy is a color that’s both potent and sophisticated. It’s a good one to have in your garden design tool kit. From garnet to merlot, maroon to mahogany, these dark, purple-red hues can take your gardenRead More
Tropicanna: Wow Plants for Your Summer Garden
If you want to add a big splash of color to your garden with a very small amount of effort, plant some cannas. Their bold foliage, impressive size and brilliant red, yellow and orangeRead More
High Impact Container Gardens
If I were hiring a garden designer to plant the containers around my front door, I’d expect to get something pretty special. Big, dramatic plants in unique and surprising combinations. ContainerRead More
Landscaping Made Easy With Caladiums
My idea of a great summer weekend is spending 10 or 15 hours in the garden. But I know not everyone feels the same, and that includes Longfield Gardens co-owner Pete Langeveld.Read More
Fresh Ideas for Growing Cannas in Your Garden
There is nothing subtle about cannas. With their big leaves, impressive height and vibrant, orchid-like flowers, these flashy extroverts love being the center of attention. Finding new and creative waysRead More
Shake Up Your Garden With Elephant Ears
Want to add add some excitement and personality to your garden this summer? Plant elephant ears! These tropical plants can grow up to 6 feet tall, with leaves as long as yourRead More
