How to Choose Corn for the Home Garden
Karen As lovers of corn of the cob we remember well the first time we had Silver King a white corn that was tender, sweet, white and so delicious. Then another…
How to Plant Peonies
It is hard to imagine spring with out peonies but if we are to enjoy such a pleasure we should plant them in the fall. I order my peonies from…
Five Favorite Grasses for Fall
The cool temperatures of autumn allow fall blooming grasses to grow to their full potential. Some of them continue into winter providing beauty and interest well into spring. Many of…
How to Buy Pumpkins for Halloween and Thanksgiving
A visit to the local farmers’ market or local pumpkin patch in the fall reveals a big selection of pumpkins for sale. The selection is also varied so whether you…
How to Over-Winter Dahlias
If you love growing dahlias and live in zone 8 or colder you may want to consider saving them from year to year. The process is not difficult and by…
How to Grow Reblooming Iris
When I bought 6 reblooming bearded irises for $19.99 from a mail-order promotional I never expected them to be a focal point in my fall garden. I planted them in…
How to Lift and Store Caladiums
Caladiums are beautiful plants for shady spots but are tropical and so must be lifted and stored if you want them to return for another season. They are hardy only…
Points to Ponder when Selecting Hyacinths
Have you always loved the fragrance of hyacinths but thought them too ugly to grow in your garden? You are not alone but times are changing and hyacinths are coming…
Points to Ponder when Selecting Peonies
There is no flower more nostalgic than the big beautiful blossoms that cover herbaceous peony bushes in spring. They are fabulous in the garden, a vase, and bridal bouquets. Their…
How to Cut and Condition Dahlias
If you grow dahlias you may want to enjoy them in an arrangement. The stems of dahlias are hollow and they have to be full of water in order last…