General Flowering Info Archives

Ever walked past a garden with a stunning lavender tree and wondered why yours just looks like a sad, sprawling shrub? You’re not alone. I was shocked to discover that

Did you know that scent is the sense most strongly tied to memory and emotion? (I was shocked to discover that the right fragrant plant can actually lower your blood

Most gardeners make this heartbreaking mistake: they choose plants that give them two weeks of gorgeous blooms, then spend the rest of the summer staring at green leaves. But what

Gardening enthusiasts often seek ways to create beautiful landscapes with minimal effort. One effective method is using flowering plants that can self-seed. This allows them to grow back each year

September is a great time to start planting flower seeds for next year’s garden. Many flowers benefit from being planted in the fall. By sowing seeds now, gardeners can enjoy

Finding plants that flourish with minimal care is crucial for gardeners with busy schedules. This article explores 12 flowering perennials that require little attention while adding beauty and color to

Salpiglossis sinuata, also known as the painted tongue flower, is a stunning annual plant that captivates gardeners with its unique trumpet-shaped blooms. This nightshade family member is native to southern

Fall brings cooler weather and changes the colors in gardens, with many plants thriving in autumn to add beauty and interest to borders as summer flowers fade. Gardeners have a

August is an important month for gardeners looking to create a vibrant garden for the following spring and summer. Planting certain flowers allows them to take root and thrive, leading

Gardening enthusiasts often seek beautiful plants that provide dual purposes in their outdoor spaces. Many are particularly interested in finding plants that not only attract butterflies but also repel bothersome

Gardening enthusiasts often struggle to keep their gardens colorful and vibrant as the summer progresses. Planting the right flower seeds in July can ensure the garden continues blooming beautifully into

Sunflowers are a beautiful addition to any garden, known for their bright and cheerful appearance. They can grow to impressive heights and are relatively easy to cultivate with the right

Coffee grounds are a popular addition to garden compost because they enhance soil acidity and provide essential nutrients. While many plants benefit from this boost, some do not respond well

Gaillardia, commonly known as blanket flower, has long been adored by gardeners for its hardiness, vibrant colors, and cheerful burst of summer color. But beyond its aesthetic values, there are

The Foxglove Plant (Digitalis purpurea), one remarkable, distinctive flower reminiscent of our earlier childhood years. Seeing the foxglove brings us back to memories of summers long past spent in cottage gardens.

No flower runs through a greater range of true blue than does the gentian. Since its various species provide bloom from early March to winter snows, it seems strange that

Many beautiful plants have come to us from the tropical regions of the world. The cleome flower, or spider-flower (not the spider plant chlorophytum comosum), is one of them. Its

Perennial sweet pea aka Lathyrus latifolius [LAY-thy-russ lat-ee-FOH-lee-us] is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial. Known as: The plant is a member of the Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee) family and a native of the

Phacelia Tanacetifolia (fa-SEE-lee-uh, tan-uh-see-tee-FOO-lee-uh) is a flowering species of the Boraginaceae family, also known as the hydrophyllaceae and forget-me-not family.  It is also sometimes referred to as Phacelia Tanacetifolia Benth.

Lunaria Annua (loo-NAR-ee-uh, AN-yoo-uh) is a flowering plant species from the Brassicaceae or Cruciferae family.  This family of plants is commonly known as the cabbage family and the plants are

Have you ever heard of the term “deadhead”? No, we’re not talking about the diehard fans of the band “The Grateful Dead.” So what is deadheading then? Deadheading flowers is

Carpenteria Californica is an evergreen shrub from the family Hydrangeaceae, commonly known as the hydrangea family. It is the only species in the genus Carpenteria and has a limited natural distribution. 

Hardy annuals provide a colorful garden with annual flowers, quickly and cheaply through the wise use of flower seeds. By planting these inexpensive seeds properly and tending to them carefully,

Helianthemum nummularium [hee-lee-AN-thee-mum, num-ew-LAH-ree-um] commonly known as rock rose belongs to the Cistaceae family. Another common name of the plant “flower of the sun” comes from Greek words helios meaning