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
Spring is here and it is the time of year to start planning and planting your vegetable garden. One of the most beloved vegetables you can plant is the potato. Potatoes are low in calories and fat, but also high in potassium, vitamins, and minerals. Incorporate seed potatoes into your vegetable garden this spring How to Grow Seed Potatoes What is…Read More
If you’re like me you spend a lot of time in your backyard in summer. When I am not working or out hiking the trails with my dogs, you are likely to find me chilling in the shade in my backyard. Finding ways to jazz up your shady backyard isn’t always as easy as it is with fully sunny yards.…Read More
Lily bulbs are the jewel of the summer bulb garden. Their colorful blooms are showy and can be found in nearly every color of the rainbow. In addition to showy blooms Oriental Lilies and Orienpet Lilies are fragrant. They stand tall and upright and fill the early to mid-summer garden with pleasing views and scents. Topping the list of most…Read More
Big, bold, and beautiful dahlias steal the hearts of many. The larger-than-life Dinnerplate Dahlias win awards at the state fair and stun viewers. Decorative Dahlias with their 4-6″ diameter blooms will stop traffic even though their blooms are only 4-6″ in diameter. However, the dahlia world has more to offer than big and bold. Dainty dahlias can still be bold…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
Deciding on how many flower bulbs to plant is an important first step of planning a flower bulb garden. Making sure you have the right amount for the space you are planning in helps ensure you get the right look! Generally, having too many bulbs isn’t a big problem. You can always gift the extras to friends and neighbors. However,…Read More
We’re only in mid-summer and you’re already thinking about fall! Fall is a popular season for the crisp air, pumpkin picking, football watching, bonfire having, and hoodie-wearing season it is. Some people just can’t wait for the arrival of fall. But, let’s not get ahead of ourselves, we have to enjoy the rest of summer first! This doesn’t mean we…Read More
Summer blooming bulbs provide a colorful and exotic feel to the garden. Popular summer blooming bulbs like dahlias provide blooms for quite a while. Gladiolus and calla lilies are some of the best cut flowers in summer. Summer standouts like canna lilies and elephant ears bring a feel of the tropics to any garden. Shade tolerant summer bulbs like begonias…Read More
Perennial plants are increasing in demand. Gardeners enjoy planting perennials in their gardens because of their long life cycles. Most perennial plants live at least 3 years, with many perennials living for decades. The increase in people planting perennials means people are planting them in different ways. Planting bare root perennials is an increasingly popular way to add these garden…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!