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
The plant world is always developing new and exciting cultivars and hybrids of plants. It is hard for me to keep up on all of the new developments in the plant world. When I do learn about a new group or type of plant it is very exciting. I will admit I was not up to date on the newest…Read More
I found myself in the predicament of having to stake some tall plants this past weekend. My cherry tomatoes are quite vigorous and were starting the bend and break. In order to not sacrifice their fruit, my time and labor, intervention was needed. Luckily I had some extra wooden dowels laying around. I made a tripod out of dowels with…Read More
The thing about offering advice on watering plants is that there is not a one size fits all solution. Variables such as the amount of sun, soil type, and different plants will have an impact on watering needs. However, that is not to say there aren’t some general guidelines when it comes to water. We are here to help with…Read More
Mulching flower beds is often not viewed as the most fun way to spend a Saturday. However, adding mulch is beneficial to the plants in your yard. It also helps to complete the look of your landscape. Mulching puts the finishing touches on your flower beds and garden areas. Mulching Flower Beds Types of Mulch in Flower Beds First, let’s…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
DIY Summer Project: Spray Painting Allium Flowers Paint and flowers, do they mix? Maybe–if you are thinking of an artist painting a vase of flowers. In most other applications paint and flowers aren’t associated with each other…until now! A super easy and fun summer project is spray painting allium! You may be wondering why would someone want to spray paint…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
Spending time in the garden is one of the best parts of summer! Gardening is a labor of love for many. The learning never stops even for the most experienced gardener and is what keeps people coming back to their garden. Learning growing tips and fun facts about summer flower bulbs and perennials provides for the betterment of the garden.…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
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!