Flower Growing

Tips For Direct Sowing Seeds Before Last Frost

Published on April 25, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

With weeks to go before last frost in spring, there are plenty of cold-tolerant seeds including vegetables to sow in the garden. Use these tips to get your garden beds ready and start sowing. For … [Read more...]

50 Flowers For Hummingbirds & How To Keep Them Coming Back

Published on February 14, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

These annual and perennial flowers will attract hummingbirds to your garden. With varying bloom times, you can provide nectar-rich plants throughout the growing season in a cold climate garden … [Read more...]

30 Flower Seeds To Start Indoors (Late Winter & Spring)

Published on January 25, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Once you try indoor seed starting, there's no turning back. It's very rewarding and a lot of fun. Along with vegetables, there are so many annual and perennial flowers to sow in your home to get a … [Read more...]

4 Ways To Store Dahlia Tubers For The Winter

Published on October 10, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

To keep dahlia safe during the winter, we dig up the tubers and provide cool, dark storage using paper bags, newspaper, plastic wrap, or crates. For helpful growing tips, see 7 Best Tips for … [Read more...]

Best Soil Temperatures For Sowing Flower & Herb Seeds

Published on September 27, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

This chart lists the optimum soil temperatures for starting flower and herb seeds. We're often told seeds need warmth to sprout but you can overdo it. Find out what your seeds need to achieve the best … [Read more...]

Best Fall-Blooming Bulbs (Perennial)

Published on September 24, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

If you want perennial bulbs that flower in fall and require no care after planting, autumn-flowering colchicum, crocus, and cyclamen offer lots of beautiful pollinator-friendly options. Looking … [Read more...]

What is Hollyhock Rust? Is It Preventable?

Published on September 21, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hollyhock rusts are fungi found around the globe, infecting favorite plants in the Malvaceae family. This includes common old-fashioned hollyhocks, hibiscus, and mallows. These hollyhock growing … [Read more...]