How Big Will Your Flowers Bloom?
When shopping online and in stores, it can be a challenge to feel confident that you are getting exactly what you want, especially when it comes to bloom size. ToRead More
New for 2015: Kaveri Oriental-Asiatic Lily
s Every new gardening season brings a flurry of new plant varieties. Sometimes there’s a real gem in that list, and for 2015 that nugget of gold is Kaveri, anRead More
Oh No DEER…Not Here!
If deer are causing problems in your yard and garden, here are some ways to protect your plants. Home Remedies Natural repellents like dish soap, cayenne pepper, sour milk, garlic and rottenRead More
Wedding Flowers: Calla Lily
The first thing to know about calla lilies is they are not actually lilies. These sleek and sophisticated flowers are members of the plant species Zantedeschia, and are native to South Africa. ThoughRead More
Growing Elephant Ears in Your Home and Garden
What are Elephant Ears? The plants we know as elephant ears come from two tropical species: Alocasia and Colocasia. Both are heat-loving foliage plants that grow from fist-sized tubers. In home gardens, elephant ear tubers areRead More
Using a Terrarium to Start Tuberous Begonias
Terrariums are a popular trend in home décor, but did you know you can also use them to get a jump start on your garden? Terrariums can act as a countertopRead More
Starting Tuberous Begonias Indoors
Have you heard the old saying “You can’t fool Mother Nature?” Clearly whomever coined the phrase never started tuberous begonias indoors! Gardeners are always eager for the gardening season to begin, and sometimesRead More
