You can use edible flowers to decorate your cakes, but you must be careful when choosing them. Some flowers don’t have great flavor and they might not even be edible. Roses and nasturtiums are good choices. Edible flowers can be trimmed and washed properly before being used. There are two ways to clean flowers. For … Read more
You’ve likely seen bouquets with Lily of the Valley or Calla lilies, but what about tulips or Gladiolus? We’ll walk you through each and discuss how to pick the best wedding flower for your specific wedding theme and budget. These flowers are both short-lived and fragrant, and make great cake toppers. But do you know … Read more
When gardening in partial shade, you have a lot of options. You can grow violets, Siberian campanula, Dead nettle, and Lobelia. Each one is low maintenance and easy to grow. Violets also do well in any soil, as long as it’s well-drained. Here are some tips to help you choose the best plants for your … Read more
When it comes to picking the perfect flower for your husband, tulips are a classic choice. Tulips symbolize deep and perfect love, making them an ideal gift for your partner. Tulips also come in solid hues, which most guys prefer. Tulips in white represent honor. A few more suggestions for flower selection for guys: White … Read more
Planning your flowerbed in advance is vital to a successful garden. Depending on the climate of your area, you may want to begin planting in early spring or late February. Those in colder regions may want to start their gardens a little later, around April. In either case, you can start your seeds indoors during … Read more
A garden is incomplete without a variety of hummingbird-friendly plants. Lupines are a popular choice, offering colorful spires of blooms and pretty foliage. They are hardy and tolerant of hot summer weather, but you should be wary of their heat-sensitivity. They have spiky tubular flowers on tall spikes, with clumps of coarse foliage that create … Read more
When you want to add some color to your yard, you might be wondering which outdoor plants are best for dogs. You can choose to grow African violets, Cranesbill, or Creeping phlox. These plants are not toxic to dogs, and are loved by hummingbirds. They grow in zones 3 to 9, prefer partial shade, and … Read more
If you’re looking for a winter garden plant, the colder months may be the time to consider flowers. Although flowers may be tougher to kill off than evergreens, they’re still susceptible to frost and cold. For best results, plant an evergreen instead. These types of plants can tolerate cold better than most others, and many … Read more
In Seattle, it’s possible to grow a number of beautiful and aromatic plants. The Oregon grape, Pacific ninebark, Lewisia, and Red columbine are some of the best. But which ones grow well in Seattle? Let’s explore some of the other plants for your garden. Listed below are some favorites that are sure to make your … Read more
Are you looking for the best outdoor plants for Colorado? If so, you have come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of the top four choices for your landscape. These plants come in a variety of colors and textures, and can be mixed together to create a full color palette. Sedum plants thrive … Read more