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Bartzella: The YELLOW Peony

Bartzella: The YELLOW Peony

Thinking about adding a new peony to your garden this year? With so many gorgeous varieties to choose from, it can be hard to pick a favorite. Here’s...

New Dahlias and a Sneak Peek at This Year's Cutting Garden

New Dahlias and a Sneak Peek at This Year's Cutting Garden

I know January is only 31 days long, but this year it seemed to last forever. Thankfully that cold and dreary month is in the rear view window and I...

The Perfect Pair: Daffodils and Hostas

The Perfect Pair: Daffodils and Hostas

Daffodils in bloom means that spring has arrived and warmer days are just ahead. I love seeing these cheery yellow, orange and white blossoms popping up all...

Growing Muscari in Containers

Growing Muscari in Containers

Muscari Armeniacum My favorite thing about muscari is the way the flowers are formed. Each one is so intricate and perfectly assembled. They remind me of the...

How to Force Hyacinth Bulbs for Indoor Flowers

How to Force Hyacinth Bulbs for Indoor Flowers

Dutch hyacinths are among the world’s most fragrant flowers. These spring-blooming bulbs flower at the same time as daffodils and tulips. They are a...

How to Use Alliums in a Naturalistic Garden Design

How to Use Alliums in a Naturalistic Garden Design

There’s nothing subtle about alliums. Their round flower heads and slender, leafless stems make them look like exclamation points in the landscape. Though...

Where to Plant Fall Bulbs: There's Always Room for More

Where to Plant Fall Bulbs: There's Always Room for More

Summer is fading fast and soon it will be time for sweaters, warm tea and... planting fall bulbs. It's your once-a-year opportunity to pull out all the...

Types of Dahlias: Flower Styles and Sizes

Types of Dahlias: Flower Styles and Sizes

Dahlias make it easy to keep your garden colorful from late summer through fall. As other annuals and perennials are starting to fade, dahlias are just...

American Flowers Week Promotes Locally-Grown Cut Flowers

American Flowers Week Promotes Locally-Grown Cut Flowers

The "buy local" movement has transformed our country's food system, and now the same thing is happening in the cut flower industry. As with...