hardiness zones3-9 Okay, hear me out on this one.Hostas do bloom, and their flowers are quite pretty; it is just that they are not the main attraction here. Hostas are typically grown for their gorgeously large leaves. These perennials are a staple for shade gardeners because they grow fl...
The long, tubular flowers ofhoneysuckle vines(Loniceraspp.) might look tropical, but these climbing perennials prefer a northern climate. Various species of honeysuckle vines have several things in common: sweet fragrance, nectar-richblooms that attract hummingbirds, and easy care. Whether this vine...
Get all the latest insight into the world of plants, from experts. June 19, 2023 Evergreen TreesFlowering TreesOrnamental TreesTree Care Pruning Young Trees for Future Strength and Long Life – Part 3, Getting the Job Done This is the third part of an extended blog about the pruning of yo...
life-history strategy polycarpic perennials biennials annuals Brassicaceae Crucihimalaya Erysimum Arabidopsis gene dosage MADS-box gene Sorry, something went wrong. Please try again and make sure cookies are enabledReferences 1 J. Friedman The evolution of annual and perennial plant life histories: ecolo...
Planting times by zone: Tip 6: Prepare Your Soil Prepare your soil by adding compost and tilling it together. Preparing your soil before you dig your holes is important. This is a great time to add compost. Dump the compost on top of the area where you will plant. If you can, till ...
Its bloom time is perfect, appearing in the lull after the spring parade has passed and before the summer perennials are up and running. It’s also fragrant and deer resistant. Blooms: Rose, cream, and green (late spring/early summer)Height/Spread: 3’/1’Zones: 4–8...
Spread an organic mulch around Lilies to help keep the soil moist and cool. Use compost, well-rotted manure, or a longer-lasting mulch, such as bark mulch, wood chips, or cocoa shells. As with other perennials, it's a good idea to cover the bed over the winter with straw and/or ev...
Plant it in full sun or part shade as a midsize component of a mixed border of taller shrubs and smaller perennials. Caryopoteris is tough and resilient in times of drought, but looks its best with regular moisture; cut it back up to 50 percent in fall for a full bloom the following...
Flowering maple hail from semi-tropical regions won't tolerate frost well, but gardeners around the country can still enjoy them. If you live in a frost-free zone like hardiness zones 9 or higher, you can site these shrubs outdoors. In cooler regions, flowering maples grow happily in contain...
Climbing roses can form a vibrant landscape backdrop for border perennials and annuals. They are also a lovely choice for arbors ...