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 […]
Perennials
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 […]
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 […]
Dividing Perennials: Math Class For Gardeners
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 […]
9 Beautiful Perennials to Start from Seed
Perennial flowers are just about the best thing ever for your yard. Instead of breaking your back to plant new things every year, you can plant perennials once and count on them to come back year after year. And especially if you start them from seed, you can fill up your landscape with gorgeous […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Astilbe
Must Know Plant Care Tips: Astilbe requires sufficient moisture in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter worked in. Sun requirements vary by variety, but many types are well-accustomed to anything from nearly full sun to nearly full shade. They can be propagated by division or started from seed. Plant Problem Solver: Astilbe […]
15 Plants That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
Let’s be honest, while gardening can be a great hobby, it can also be expensive sometimes. When it comes to buying seeds and bulbs, starting up a plant, getting planters and fertilizer, and so many more things, it can all really add up. And being cheap and stingy on gardening supplies never works well, either. […]
Perennial Herbs that are Easy to Grow
Herbs seem to have 101 uses: in food, as medicine, to add color, and so much more. It’s great to add them to your garden and backyard area, but it can be frustrating if you have to find, buy, and plant new ones every year. Get rid of some of that hassle with perennial herbs […]
The 15 Most Colorful Perennials for Your Yard
Pick from these most colorful perennials to plant in your yard and make it come alive with color! Nothing is more exciting than when the weather starts to get nice and flowers begin to bloom! The colors, smells, and variety put everyone in a good mood, right? Colorful Perennials: Full Sun, Shade, Garden, Flowers Blanket […]