I don’t like to play favorites, but sometimes you have to. Picking your favorite flowers is an important part of garden planning. Why go through all the effort of planting something you don’t love? When choosing your favorite flowers take into consideration if they are deer-resistant flowers. Deer have plenty of plants they enjoy eating. However, there are plenty of…Read More
Doe a deer a female deer eating all my flowers! This may be your daily morning proclamation when looking at your backyard. Homeowners who have deer in their area know the nuisance these forest-dwelling creatures can be. Deer are becoming more and more accustomed to suburban and urban life and therefore are devouring more and more gardens throughout the United…Read More
You’ve waited all winter and part of spring to see the bulbs you planted blooming. They’re up, they have leaves, stems, and a bud—but then Bambi and her crew shows up and decide your tulips look like a good afternoon snack – all that waiting and hard work for nothing but disappointment. It’s a story as old as time, a…Read More
Oh. Deer! Is one way to respond when you see deer munching on your flowers and plants in the garden. These four-legged furry animals are not typically seen as friends to most gardeners. Deer in the garden can cause plenty of damage to your trees, shrubs, perennials, and bulbs. Since I am not a deer it is hard for me…Read More
You, like me, like most gardeners want a bounty of beautiful blooms in their spring garden. You have made your purchase, received your flower bulbs, got your shovel ready, amended your soil and are ready to plant. But then out of nowhere you hear this chirping sound coming from the maple tree nearby, but it’s not a bird, it’s definitely…Read More
Spring is either here or soon to be here, depending on where you live. One of the biggest symbols of spring is flowers blooming in your garden and on trees and shrubs. Tulips are one of the most recognizable flowers that bloom in spring. These fall-planted flower bulbs are generally easy to grow, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a…Read More
When I left my house for work on Monday morning, a blanket of snow covered the grassy surfaces. Two days later, and I can see mostly grass and some larger snow banks–it all melted so fast. I don’t want to get caught in the old midwestern trap of thinking spring is here because we have a few nice days. However,…Read More
With so many choices of hardy perennials, deciding what to plant can be overwhelming. Browsing online on the hundreds of individual perennial varieties may get you nowhere or result in a mishmash of cool perennials that don’t work well together. To save time and money, buying a pre-planted perennial garden collection or kit is the best way to have perennial…Read More
One of the best places for inspiration is meandering through the forest on a hike. While hiking through the campground of my favorite state park this past weekend, I noticed a fairy garden built on a tree stump. This charming scene warmed my heart. As I trekked on, I started thinking about more about fairy gardens. Of course, being the…Read More
Whether you are looking for the most beautiful red tulip. The fanciest red tulip. The most reliable red tulip or the most unique red tulip, we are here to help! Red tulips are a classic spring favorite. They are integral to fall flower bulbs, so much so that a red tulip is part of the Holland Bulb Farms logo. Beyond…Read More
If you need any help with gardening or if you have plant-related questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Jenny San Filippo. She can provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed with your next project!
If you’re looking to run a fundraiser in the fall, spring or during the holiday season, Flower Power Fundraising is an excellent option! Sell a wide assortment of bulbs and earn 50% profit on all of your sales! It’s fun and easy!