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

Lilies are a jewel of the summer garden! They have large, showy flowers that are often fragrant. Lilies grow in a wide range of hardiness zones. Most of the United States can enjoy these beautiful flowers in their summer garden. Lily bulbs are relatively easy to grow. They require sun to part sun and soil that drains well. While planting…Read More

Daylilies are one of the most beloved perennials. They tolerate difficult growing conditions and are considered one of the easiest perennials to grow. Not only are they easy to grow, they bloom in a variety of colors. The possibilities are nearly endless when it comes to daylily bloom color choices. According to the American Hemerocallis Society, there are over 60,000…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

With their tendrils and sensational blooms, clematis vines are something from a fairy tale. Clematis blooms vary in color, shape, and size. The flowers are unique and showy, which makes them such a popular climbing vine. Once established clematis will live for many years, however, getting them established can take some work. Our complete guide to growing clematis provides information…Read More

Hyacinth bulbs bloom in mid-spring with fragrant clusters of flowers. They are popular for growing in the garden as well as indoor forcing. Hyacinth blooms have a rather intoxicating fragrance that is hard to miss. Blooming in a variety of colors these spring favorites fit well in clusters as well as the front of the border. For fragrant blooms that…Read More

Flowers are great and all, but have you tried using foliage in your garden? As in life, gardens need balance. Using foliage in your garden creates balance among all the pretty blooms. Many gardens focus on the flowers and sprinkle plants with interesting foliage in here or there; however, have you ever considered flipping the script and using foliage as…Read More

Aromatherapy in your backyard with sweetly scented flowers. Open the windows and enjoy the sweet scents coming in from the outdoors. Adding fragrant flowers to your garden spaces brings joy to the senses. Colorful flower patterns and features appeal to the eye, while fragrant blooms appeal to the nose.  To create a sensational garden of sites and scents read about…Read More

You want to have a garden party? But you have no plants in your garden to party with, sad face. That is quite the dilemma you are facing. However, there is a simple solution: plant some perennials and bulbs in your garden. While this may seem like an easy task for some. Serious gardeners love to add plants to their…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 to bloom in spring. These fall-planted flower bulbs are generally easy to grow, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a…Read More

Before we can answer the question of when is the best time to plant summer blooming bulbs? We must determine what summer-blooming bulbs are! Online retailers like Holland Bulb Farms and Tulip World sell a variety of bulbs, perennials, fruit, and vegetable plants for planting in spring. Typically out of their assortment we consider summer-blooming bulbs to be bulbs that…Read More

You’re daydreaming of your own berry patch this summer. This berry patch is filled with juicy raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, or blackberries. With your own berry patch, you can create jams, jellies, pies, desserts and even use them in savory dishes. Before your berry patch dream becomes a reality, be prepared with a plan and information on growing berries. The beginner’s…Read More