Top Five: Low Care, High Reward Perennials for Sun
5 perennial stars for sunny spaces!
Just the Right Touch: Contrasting Textures in Container Gardens
Because container gardens are so tightly arranged and usually viewed from up close, they are the perfect venue for studying texture.
Grill-baked Berry Bread Pudding
A delicious grilled Berry Bread Pudding that's perfect for late spring or early summer!
Simple Tips to Beat the Heat
Equip yourself with a few smart strategies and keep your garden looking vibrant and yourself as 'cool as cucumber'.
Lenten Rose, Christmas Rose (Helleborus species)
Dense growing, palmate foliage brings lush coverage to shady gardens. Large, yet elegant saucer to cup-like blooms appear anywhere from late winter to mid-spring depending on variety and garden zone.
Arborvitae, Cedar (Thuja species)
A diverse species that comes in a variety of forms and foliage colors. This is a slow-growing shrub, making it a good choice for novice gardeners or those who want big color with little maintenance. The feathery evergreen foliage is a refreshing sight in the winter landscape. Many…
Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens glauca)
Symmetrical, pyramidal tree with stiff horizontal branches. Gray-green to blue-green needles are very rigid and form all around the stem. More drought tolerant than other Picea species.
Rosemary 'Sudbury Blue' (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Strongly upright plant. The aromatic, flavorful leaves can be used fresh or dried to add flavor to meats and sausages, stuffings and stews. Try adding fresh sprigs to vinegar or olive oil to create delicious sauces or dressings. Plant along walkways or in mixed borders to enjoy the…
African Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha)
A rosette of lush foliage supports a beautiful display of blooms throughout the year. Depending on variety, flower types vary from single to double and even ruffled, in a wide range of colors. Brighter, filtered light is best in winter months for continuous flowering.
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