gardening

All types of marigolds last well as cut flowers, and they are excellent plants for children to grow when they begin gardening.

I would not be without my annual larkspur, which I have enjoyed year after year and some often self-seed and return, but in order to be sure, I always buy some seeds. I don't want to risk a year without it!

There is a large number of more modern hybrid cultivars now available, and some produce flowers in other shades such as white, rose, magenta, burgundy, and purple.

More and more gardeners are seeking information about sustainability.

A novice gardener once told me that she was only going to plant perennials, as they did not need any care. If only that was true!

Remember the danger of sudden spring frosts and wait to set out your tender annuals.

Do not take risks by setting out your annual plants too soon.

Frost dates are very important.

Many of us with clay soil complain loudly about it, and it’s true that gardens with clay soil can be hard to dig. Nonetheless, it has its virtues.

Photos of this new generation of Heucheras are irresistible. I plan to order as many as I can afford for spring planting!