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Almost Perennials

Hollyhocks, love in a mist, four o’clocks, poppies, spider flowers, French mallows, larkspur and nicotiana may be annual and biennial...

The Lilies

Lilies are the kind of flower that inspire a following. They boast endless variety and if you really want, you...

From the Prairie to the Garden

Native species gardens are growing in popularity because they are so ecologically responsible. Their plants are self sufficient, self-cleaning, and...

Planting Guidelines

Planting three to five plants per family member is usually enough to yield enough for a family. Herbs and leafy...

The First Flush of Bloom

Mid-spring unfolded quietly this year, after vegetation came back to life all at once. The season’s perennials are getting ready...

How Much to Plant

If you’re wondering how much is enough, here are a few rules of thumb. To feed one person for an...

The Color of Fragrance

Strangely enough, perfumers categorize fragrances by color, because the mind connects the scents to the images they evoke. Green perfumes boast...

The Kitchen Garden

Starting the kitchen garden is a highly anticipated event every year. The garden is not complete until the veggies are...

Planting by the Moon

The simple rule of planting by the moon is crops grown for their leaves or fruit should be planted during...

Rose Fragrances

There isn’t a rose fragrance, there are several. The heavy rose fragrance we’re all familiar with comes from the Damasks...