Now is the time for a little spring hosta care! As winter fades away and the garden starts to wake up, spring makes for the perfect time to care for one of the most beloved shade-loving plants of all – hostas. The hardy perennial is a true workhorse in home flowerbeds, especially when they are …
If you are tired of the high cost of purchasing potted plants for your patio, porch or deck – then you need to create some or all of your containers this year from perennial plants. Not only can it be a huge savings – you’ll be amazed at just how beautiful and unique perennials in …
Looking for tips on how to get your gladiolus to bloom big this summer with stunning flowers that soar high into the air? Gladiolus, or “Glads”, as many gardeners call them, are classic flowering perennials that resemble long swords, which often gives the plants the nickname “sword lily” as well. But whatever you call them, …
One of the best ways to get your creeping phlox to bloom bigger, brighter and better than ever is to fertilize the plants in the early spring – well before they ever begin to bud and flower! Creeping phlox is a beautiful, low-growing perennial that carpets the ground in vibrant color every spring. When properly …
If you are looking to add some lasting flower power to your landscape this year – there is no better place to start than with the 5 must have flowering shrubs featured in today’s article! Flowering shrubs and bushes can make a big difference in your yard’s curb appeal, adding beauty and color all throughout …
Wondering if you can keep the potted asters you purchased this fall alive through the winter to grow again next year? Well the good news is you can – and it’s easier than you ever imagined! Asters are right up there with mums when it comes to fall decorating. In fact, with their wide range …
Wondering what to do with your sedum plants after they bloom in late fall? Sedum, which is also commonly called stonecrop, is an extremely hardy and low-maintenance plant that has become more and more popular due to its stunning fall blooms that come alive in the autumn landscape. Known for its drought tolerance and ability …
Did you know that dividing perennials in the fall is not only a great way to get brand new plants for free but it can also help plants stay healthier and grow stronger in the future, too? Fall is the perfect time for dividing and transplanting all sorts of different perennials around your property. After …
Wondering what to do with your hostas once the weather starts to cool down in the fall to get them ready for winter and next year? By late summer and early fall, most hostas have seen better days. As the weather cools down, the plants are quick to fade. Their foliage and flower stalks end up …
Wondering what to do with your lavender plants this fall as they begin to fade? Lavender is one of the most popular flowering perennials to grow thanks in part to its stunning purple blooms and calming fragrance. Not only is it’s scent pleasing – it also helps to deter mosquitoes, spiders, ticks, gnats, mice and …