Iris varieties range in height from 6 inches to 4 feet. Theseperennials bloom in a multitude of colorswith shades of yellow, purple, and white being the most common. Some irises bloom in colors so dark that theflowers appear black. They have a light, sweet scent that’s similar to the ...
Some irises have variegated foliage, and others are solid. The flowers can range from massive and full to elegantly simple. That’s while you’ll find many people in your neighborhood growing irises. They’re so easy and varied! Recognized worldwide, the iris has been used as a symbol by ...
Just as there are many ways to plant flowers, there are also plenty of flowers to plant. Annuals only have one growing season and then they die. That means that, each year, you'll have to replant them. That takes a lot of work, but the upside is that you're not locked into a ...
It’s time to plant peonies! I’m sharing everything you need to know to grow gorgeous peonies. Learn how to plant peonies so they bloom and reward you with tons of flowers every spring! These peony care tips are great for any level gardener. Table of Contents Types of Peonies How to...
Here is an excellent explanation of why your spectacular display declines to little or nothing. Many gardeners choose to replant fresh bulbs each year. If you are looking for tulips that will give you two or three years of flowers, consider species or naturalizing types. Why didn’t my ...
Easter lilies can be planted outdoors. (Though when planted naturally, they bloom in summer rather than theforced bloomin the spring.) Continue to care for the Easter lily indoors after the flowers are spent, and replant in the garden in May. ...
Crocosmia flowers are a popular and attractive flowering bulb. They are a hardy, low-maintenance plant that allows you to spend more time with more challenging plants. Native to South Africa, Crocosmia plans are members of the Iris family. Growing Crocosmia is easy. The plants grow vigorously...
Snip off leaves, flowers, and seedpods with scissors to avoid damaging the plant. If you allow the seedpods to mature, you can save the nasturtium’s chick-pea–size seeds and replant them in the spring! Let the seeds dry out on the vine; they’ll fall off. Collect them, brush off...
After repotting you can simply treat the bulbs as you would a normal orchid, watering as usual and placing the pot in the appropriate lighting for the species. You would need to upgrade the container size as needed for two or three years. Don’t feed the plant for the first year, but...
Soil TypeLoamy to sandy PestsMealybugs, spider mites, snails and slugs DiseasesRoot rot, gray mold, powdery mildew MaintenanceLow Hardiness Zone8-10 What is Agapanthus? With long, strappy leaves, agapanthus resembles an iris (or a daylily or anornamental grass). The flowers have a dome or ...