Gardeners love zinnias! They are showy, bright, and easy to grow. They continue to bloom from early summer until the first frosts of fall, and most varieties make lovely cuttings to enjoy in a vase or to share with a friend. Zinnias (Zinnia elegans) are happy little annuals … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lemon Verbena
When you hear "lemon verbena," are you immediately whisked away to a tranquil spa-like setting where aromatic fragrances are swirling through the air? Do you find yourself unwittingly suspended in a state of deep relaxation? If so, you have already experienced the delightful … [Read more...]
How to Grow Begonias
Begonias are the sweethearts of many shady, humid garden areas. With their heart-shaped leaves and lovely, delicate flowers, begonias are a long-standing favorite among flower gardeners. While they enjoy shady garden beds, they are also graceful container plants. With … [Read more...]
How to Grow Torenia
Impatiens are the obvious choice for most when it comes to a favorite annual flowering shade plant. To deviate a bit this year, try torenia. Torenia, also known as the wishbone flower or bluewings, is a cute and perky companion or alternative to the old stand-by. Torenia … [Read more...]
How to Grow Grape Hyacinth (Muscari)
By Julie Christensen Native to Asia and southern Europe, grape hyacinths (Muscari armeniacum) make a long-lived, maintenance-free addition to the spring bulb garden. Unlike tulips, they don’t peter out after a year, but steadily spread over several years. In fact, you may have … [Read more...]
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