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Bold autumn tints and early plumes of flower make the cotinus, or smoke bush, an indispensable shrub in the garden. Shrub expert Andy McIndoe advises on how to grow them. Photographs by Richard Bloom Cotinus are large, hardy, deciduous flowering shrubs with attractive, rounded green, purple or gold leaves and feathery flower plumes in summer. … Read more
Walk into a garden center, and you’ll likely be greeted by a dizzying array of compost options. With so many choices, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed — and it can be hard to figure out which one is right for your needs. This guide simplifies the process by breaking down 12 common types of compost, … Read more
Want to get a head start on your dahlia plants for the season? Want to test your tubers for viability? A pre-sprout test is the way to go. First, I will talk about the fastest way to test for tuber viability. Perform a pre-sprout test for viability if you are not sure that your tuber … Read more
Trees with lacy, fern-like leaves can add incredible beauty and visual interest to any landscape Their delicate, exotic foliage evokes images of lush tropical rainforests. If you’re looking to create a tropical oasis or just add some unique flair, consider incorporating one of these eye-catching large trees with elegant fern-like leaves. An Overview of Large … Read more
Alstroemeria commonly known as Peruvian Lilies are absolutely stunning blooms that can brighten up any garden. Their showy flowers come in a diverse range of colors like pink, purple, yellow, orange, red and white. I’ve always dreamed of having a thriving patch of these beauties in my own garden. If you also love alstroemerias and … Read more
We all know how embarrassing it is to find yourself talking to a botanist on Tinder only to realize you can’t tell a fern from a cycad. But did you know that your daily caffeine fix comes from the fruit of a tree? Most people probably couldnt tell you what a coffee tree looks like … Read more
Garlic sets are garlic bulbs that have been broken into individual cloves for planting. Fall is the best time to plant garlic sets in most regions allowing the cloves time to establish roots before winter dormancy. With the right care, those single cloves will multiply into full bulbs come harvest time next summer. Growing garlic … Read more
Raspberry plants produce some of the most captivating and beautiful flowers in the garden. While they may be small in size raspberry blooms pack a punch when it comes to their appearance and role in producing abundant, tasty berries. But to the untrained eye, the nuances between different types of raspberry flowers can be puzzling. … Read more
But how much do we actually know about the blooms that signal the end of winter? Lets talk about flowers that bloom in spring, and know twelve facts that might just surprise you. Spring conjures up s, doesnt it? s of melting snow, birds returning, and color returning after a long, monochrome period. That reawakening … Read more
Jasmine flowers are known for their sweet, exotic fragrance and delicate white petals These flowers are highly symbolic in Indian culture and commonly used in weddings, religious ceremonies, and other celebrations. If you’re looking to purchase fresh jasmine flowers for a special occasion or just to brighten up your home, it’s nice to know you … Read more