by Matt Gibson Lavender (Lavandula) is a fragrant and beautiful evergreen shrub known for its spires of dark-green to silvery gray foliage, each crowned with light purple flowers. Versatile lavender hedges love containers, sunny border locations, and gravel and herb … [Read more...]
10 Unusual Flower Choices for a Girlfriend
by Julie Christensen Whatever your message –“Happy Valentine’s Day,” “Sorry I screwed up,” or simply, “I love you,” flowers have long been the way to a girl’s heart. When it comes to flowers for your girlfriend, roses top the list as the most common. They’re a safe choice, … [Read more...]
Pruning Lavender
Lavender is one of the most popular scent flowers grown in the world. It's unique scent, relatively easy growth, and lovely colors are all reasons they've become popular. Growing these plants is fun, easy, and rewarding. Growing Conditions for Lavender The two most important … [Read more...]
6 Drought Tolerant Perennials
The key to any successful garden is proper plant selection. Before you purchase any new plant for your garden, be sure that it will grow in your region. Drought tolerant perennials are no different. It is possible to buy drought resistant plants at your local nursery that will … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lavender
Sequim, Washington is the self-proclaimed Lavender Capitol of North America. Its mild, dry climate makes it the perfect spot to grow hundreds of varieties of this fragrant and colorful perennial. Small growers are taking advantage of the upsurge in popularity of lavender to … [Read more...]