Today’s subject is division. Dividing perennials that is. You thought your math days were over, right? If you’re a gardener with perennials, then wrong. You need to know division for gardeners! Perennials are plants that regrow, year after year. As they regrow, they also increase in size. When your perennials have outgrown the space allotted […]
Perennials
Plant Encyclopedia: Soapwort
Soapwort, or Saponaria officinalis, is an ages-old perennial wildflower with a home in many gardens. This perennial features showy little flowers in shades of pink and white, as well as its sweet fragrance. However, it is named for being an ingredient in gentle soap. All the parts of soapwort are high in concentrations of saponins, […]
My Favorite Pink Flowers: Perfect Pink Perennials
Welcome back for another installment of my favorite flowers series. I’ve already showed you my favorite purple flowers. Now let’s take a look at some perfect pink perennials. Pink is one of the most common colors in flowers, and when they are perennial it’s a definite bonus. The color pink attracts birds and bees necessary […]
Indigenous Inspiration: Plants Of The Mountain West
Welcome back, Bless My Weeds readers! We’re starting a new series called Indigenous Inspiration to focus on native plants of several different regions. We’re starting out with our favorite plants of the Mountain West. If you love the Mountain West like we do, you’ll love the indigenous plants that grow there. See if you can […]
Proven Winners’ New Varieties For 2019
Gardening time is upon us, so it’s time to update our readers on the Proven Winners’ new varieties for 2019. Experienced gardeners know that Proven Winners’ varieties are prized for their quality. If you’re a new gardener, get ready to learn more about Proven Winners. Then check out our post to learn 6 of the […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Russian Sage
Russian Sage, or Perovskia atriplicifolia, is an aromatic and beautiful plant that resists both deer and pests. The leaves and stems are aromatic, while the purple flowers catch the eye of people and insects alike. This lovely plant is drought-tolerant and a hardy, vigorous grower perfect for Zones 4-9. Sunlight Needs: Russian Sage needs an […]
Sun, Sun, Sun, Here We Come: Sun Loving Flowers
If you’ve got a spot of full sun in your yard, you might be wondering what flowers can survive there. It is true that some flowers aren’t up to the sweltering heat of a full sun. But there are plenty of sun loving flowers that can take the heat. You only need to choose which […]
Wildflowers That Butterflies Can’t Resist
If you love to watch butterflies {and who doesn’t?} invite them to your home garden by growing wildflowers that butterflies can’t resist. Wildflowers are very easy to grow in a home garden. But on the flip side, be aware that wildflowers will also spread if you let them. Be prepared by giving them a lot […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Dianthus
Dianthus barbatus is also known as Dianthus and Sweet William. Some gardeners know them as “pinks.” They are part of the carnation family, and produce a surprisingly spicy scent with faint notes of cinnamon or cloves. There are several varieties of the flowers available, and they include both annuals and perennials. Sunlight Needs: Dianthus can […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Trumpet Vine
Campsis radicans, or Trumpet Vine, is a fast-growing perennial. It blooms through summer into Fall, and is an excellent choice for USDA zones 4 to 9. Sunlight Needs: Trumpet Vines thrive in either full sun or part shade. Watering Needs: Once it is established, Trumpet Vines don’t require much care, and that goes for […]