Perennial gardens, are in general, fairly easy to plant and maintain, but some perennials require less maintenance than others. Native plants are usually a good choice, so long as you mimic the conditions found in their natural environment. Another important consideration when … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on Plants for a Perennial Garden
Everyone who gardens will agree that gardening, especially flower gardening, is a labor of love and a great source of happiness and relaxation. Unless, of course, your budget is tight. Then it can quickly become a source of stress as your budget keeps you from doing what you'd … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Perennial Flowers for Your Garden
Think of perennial flowers as a long-term investment in your garden. They return every year, for 20 years or more, and look lovely in a mixed bed or flower garden. Unfortunately, most perennials grow slowly, making them impractical to grow from seed. One perennial plant from a … [Read more...]
Annuals vs Perennials: What is the Difference?
You may often hear the words perennial and annual thrown around when people are discussing flower gardening. They are two different families of plants that function in two different ways. Some people prefer one over the other while some people like a mix in their garden. here are … [Read more...]
How to Divide Perennial Plants
Perennial plants are favorites with most gardeners because they come back each year in greater glory than the year before. But as perennials grow and spread in your garden, there comes a time when they need to be divided. Most gardeners, particularly those new to the hobby, … [Read more...]