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25 Annual & Perennial Flower Seeds to Sow in Fall (Printable List)

Published on September 9, 2021Last updated October 24, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Purple and white columbine flowers sown from seed in fall.

If you live in a cold climate, there are plenty of annual and perennial flower seeds you can sow in the fall garden. Later, as winter turns to spring, the seeds germinate, giving a jump start on … [Read more...]

20 Vegetables to Sow Midsummer for Fall (Seed Sowing Plan)

Published on July 26, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Swiss chard, broccoli, and cauliflower growing in the garden.

There are plenty of vegetable seeds to sow midsummer for late summer, fall, and winter harvests. The fast-growing ones will be ready to harvest in 4 to 8 weeks. The slower-growing, cool-tolerant crops … [Read more...]

20 Perennials with Long-Lasting Blooms

Published on March 9, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Flowers that stay in bloom a long time.

The trick to long-lasting blooms in your perennial flower garden is plant choices, timing, and care. I will show you tips for continuous blooms from early spring until fall. Also see Perennial … [Read more...]

12 Tips for Growing Giant Sunflowers

Published on February 22, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Giant sunflowers.

Ever wonder how to grow giant sunflowers? These insider tips share how to pick the right seeds and provide the right conditions to grow tall sunflowers with massive flowers in your garden. For more … [Read more...]

60 Plants To Grow For Homegrown Herbal Teas

Published on February 13, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Mint leaves and rosehips for making tea.

Love tea and gardening? Why not grow your own specialty teas? This list shows a variety of plants you grow for their leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, and roots to produce delicious, homemade … [Read more...]

Perennial Flower Bloom Times From Spring to Fall

Published on February 8, 2021Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Hellebores blooming in early spring.

If you love flowers and want continuous blooms in your garden, this is for you. This handy, printable chart lists popular, flowering perennials, and their bloom times through the seasons. It also … [Read more...]

20 Spring Bulbs For Pollinators

Published on September 8, 2020Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Early spring flowering bulb in garden.

When it comes to helping pollinators in spring, not all flowering bulbs provide the nectar bees and other insects need. Find out which early spring flowers provide nourishment for emerging … [Read more...]

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