Water lilies top the list of aquatic plants grown in ponds and water features. They are winter hardy in a range of climates, including cold climates. Their showy and bold blooms add a burst of color to garden water features. They attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and dragonflies to the garden. If you are fortunate enough to have a pond to plant…Read More
Planting perennial roots has its advantages. It can also stir up some confusion on how to plant bare-root perennials. Planting perennials from bare roots is wise. They often grow as more resilient plants due to not being grown in a greenhouse, or having treatments done to manipulate their growth and bloom patterns. The price is more appealing than buying started plants…Read More
I have a confession to make. As someone who has worked in the horticulture industry for over 20 years with flower bulbs specifically for 13 years, there are some plants I haven’t grown. Shocking. Right? You would think I would have had the opportunity to grow a whole botanical garden worth of plants. Nope, the reality is throughout these twenty…Read More
Calla Lilies are one of the most fake-looking real flowers. Whenever I see calla lilies in floral arrangements I think how unreal they look. Their flowers have a thick and waxy appearance, making them seem like they were made of plastic. However, these heat-loving favorites are the real deal. They aren’t just for floral arrangements. Calla lilies are a wonderful…Read More
Invite pollinators to your yard by planting the best perennials for pollinators. Adding just one plant that attracts pollinators can impact the local habitat. Add multiple perennials for pollinators if you have the space and time to do so. You could even add an entire garden for pollinators! Best Perennial Pollinators for Sun There are plenty of choices for perennials…Read More
Creating a good first impression in life is essential. When a visitor comes to your home the first thing they see can leave a lasting impression. Commonly the first thing a guest notices on your property is the entryway which often includes the mailbox. Upon entering, the mailbox may display your address or is located at the end of the…Read More
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
Planning a garden involves making decisions. What to plant? Where to plant? How many flowers to plant? In order to answer these questions and make decisions, it is important to think about other factors that influence these decisions. Knowing how tall and wide a perennial or bulb grows is necessary when planning. Determining other attributes such as is it fragrant?…Read More
Often when thinking of flower bulbs the first thought that comes to mind relates to spring-blooming flower bulbs. The most popular flower bulbs like tulips and daffodils are planted in fall and bloom in spring. However, there is another planting season for flower bulbs, and that season is spring! Flower bulbs can also be planted in spring or early summer…Read More
Is there ever a time that it is too late to plant spring-blooming bulbs? Can flower bulbs be planted in early winter for spring blooms? Do flower bulbs need to establish roots before the ground freezes for winter? Can flower bulbs be planted after the first frost? These are common planting questions that many ask as we get later into…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!
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