Flower Gardening

pink lily of the valley bouquet

“Lily of the valley is the perfect choice for anyone looking for classic, timeless, and chic style.” Timeless and dearly beloved, lily of the valley is perhaps the ultimate wedding flower when it comes to the traditional bride. Kate Middleton and Grace Kelly both carried lily of the valley bouquets, and as two of the … Read more

Growing Carpet of Snow Alyssum in Pots

Sweet alyssum makes a colorful carpet of tiny flowers to blanket your garden or landscape. Within two months of being started from seed, this plant quickly covers the ground with tiny cross-shaped, four-petal flowers. Its gray-green leaves are slightly hairy, narrow, and lance-shaped. Easy to grow from plant or seed, sweet alyssum is a cool-season … Read more

What Do Irises Look Like Before They Bloom?

Irises are classic spring blooming perennials that produce beautiful flowers in a rainbow of colors Their sword-like foliage also adds nice texture and contrast to the garden However if your irises aren’t blooming properly or at all it can be frustrating. Knowing what to expect from irises before they bloom can help you identify and … Read more

How to Fill Your Garden After Tulips Fade

Tulips are one of the highlights of the spring garden with their showy flowers in vibrant shades. But their glory days are fleeting, and after blooming, tulips quickly fade away, leaving behind empty spaces in flowerbeds. So what should you plant after tulips die back for the season? With some planning and strategic plant choices, … Read more

Why Are My Marigolds So Tall?

Marigolds are a classic flower known for their bright, cheery blooms that come in a variety of colors like yellow, orange, red and white. They are easy to grow, tolerate both heat and drought, and don’t require much maintenance However, sometimes marigolds end up growing much taller than expected, leaving gardeners wondering why their plants … Read more