Why are My Tulips Stunted? Spring has arrived…we think. It sure is hard to know these days, isn’t it? Here in the Midwest, we can experience a wide range of temperatures over weeks. One of the most frequent questions I receive in spring has to do with the growth habits of spring-blooming bulbs. I hear from gardeners, “My tulips are…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
Dahlias are a true wonder to behold in the summer garden. They are known for their vibrant colors and tightly packed, often large, flower heads. In this article, we’ll review the advantages of using these beauties in your garden plus tips on planting dahlias, growing dahlias, and dahlia aftercare advice. Dahlia Details: Classification, Planting, Growing and Storage Tips Classification Dahlias…Read More
Plan and prepare if you want the most robust begonia flowers this summer. Tuberous begonias are slow to sprout. Therefore, giving the tubers a jumpstart by starting them indoors in late winter or early spring has huge benefits. Don’t delay planning and preparing; the earlier a plan is formed, the better positioned you will be to have healthy, happy begonias…Read More
So you love tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths? The list goes on. But maybe you live in a condo or apartment with only a balcony and no yard. Or perhaps you’re so in love with spring bulbs that you want them in your garden beds and in pots on either side of your front door! Is there a way to achieve…Read More
Shhh! Don’t say it. You know, the F word! No, not that F word, the gardening F word: FROST! There aren’t many other words that a gardener hears that invoke such panic. In the spring, when the F word is mentioned, you may see neighbors frantically covering their tender annuals with sheets. During the fall gardening season, frost takes on…Read More
I like the idea of canning veggies from my garden. However, I have never canned any fruits or vegetables. I admit I am a bit intimidated by the process. But, the abundance of tomatoes in my garden may say otherwise, and force me to learn how to can them for sauces, and salsa. I have family and friends who can…Read More
Believe it or not, August has arrived. And as true as it is several weeks of summer remain. However, some gardener’s thoughts have started turning in more of a fall direction. I could hardly believe it when I realized Holland Bulb Farms would be getting their bearded iris inventory within the next week. Being the first of the fall bulbs…Read More
Gardening has no rules. Experimenting and learning through trial and error is common practice among garden enthusiasts. But gardening does have guidelines and suggestions for what will produce the best result. When transplanting spring bulbs follow these guidelines below to learn when the best time to transplant spring blooming bulbs is. Transplanting Spring Blooming Bulbs Reasons to Transplant Spring Blooming…Read More
Storing bulbs over winter, can it be done? The short answer is yes, you can store bulbs over winter! The long answer is it depends on what kind of bulbs you would like to store over winter and for what reason. We’ll get into additional details on why you would store bulbs over winter. Which bulbs are best to store…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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