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Perennials

Dividing Perennials: Math Class For Gardeners

July 9, 2020 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Plant Encyclopedia: Soapwort

July 24, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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, […]

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My Favorite Pink Flowers: Perfect Pink Perennials

June 5, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Indigenous Inspiration: Plants Of The Mountain West

May 29, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Proven Winners’ New Varieties For 2019

May 24, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Plant Encyclopedia: Russian Sage

February 15, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

  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 […]

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Sun, Sun, Sun, Here We Come: Sun Loving Flowers

February 6, 2019 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Wildflowers That Butterflies Can’t Resist

November 21, 2018 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Plant Encyclopedia: Dianthus

September 14, 2018 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Plant Encyclopedia: Trumpet Vine

August 30, 2018 by Kasi Smith Leave a Comment

  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 […]

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