Gladiolus Get Their Groove Back
Flowers seem to wax and wane in popularity. Right now, people are crazy for dahlias and ranunculus. One flower that's been out of favor for ages is the...
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How to Control Red Lily Leaf Beetles
The red lily leaf beetle (Lilioceris lilii) is a destructive pest that feeds almost exclusively on true lilies (Lilium spp.), including Asiatic and...
Perfectly Pink Tulips: Spring Inspiration from Holland
Gardeners often have a strong opinion about pink flowers. Clearly, many people love them, because no matter what the season, they are always among our top...
How and Why to Use Flower Fertilizer
When you think about it, a plant's ability to make flowers out of nothing more than soil, water and sunshine is a pretty amazing feat. As...
5-Star Plants: Clematis Jackmanii
Clematis Jackmanii was first introduced in the mid-1800s, and it's still recognized as one of the very best clematis for home gardens. This...
5 Tips for a More Bee-Friendly Flower Garden
Many years ago, I had a neighbor who was a hobby beekeeper. When I would drop by to purchase honey, I would tease him about deserving a...
5-Star Plants for Your Flower Garden: Sarah Bernhardt Peony
'Sarah Bernhardt' peonies are loved by gardeners the world over. This variety has won almost every peony award possible, including the...
Types of Lilies: Asiatics, Orientals, Trumpets and More!
Can you recognize the difference between an Asiatic lily and an Oriental lily? How about between a trumpet lily and a tiger lily? If not, you...
Starting Flowers from Seeds, Bulbs or Plants
Gardening has few hard and fast rules. This guarantees things never get boring, but it also means it's nearly impossible to get a simple...