Early Flowers
It was just a few weeks ago that we had frigid temperatures, snow and ice. But now, flowers are emerging!...
Cistus ‘Mickie’
When it comes to easy and carefree shrubs, Cistus (Rockrose) would have to rank in the top ten. Cistus hybridus...
Shrubby Dogwoods
The Dogwood family (genus Cornus) features many different types of plants. The most familiar are the trees which are take...
Caring for Houseplants During the Winter Months
Whether you have houseplants that are a year-round fixture or you are over-wintering tropical or tender plants inside for the...
Poinsettia
Nothing signifies the holidays like the Poinsettia, the colorful houseplant that comes from Mexico. Every year, untold thousands are sold...
‘Chief Joseph’ Lodgepole Pine
One of the most beautiful pines on the market today is the ‘Chief Joseph’ Lodgepole Pine (Pinus contorta subsp. latifolia). This tree...
Paperwhite Narcissus
What is the easiest plant you can grow indoors? Perhaps it is the Paperwhite Narcissus (Narcissus papyraceus), a popular choice...
2023 Plant Hardiness Zone Map
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has just released a new Plant Hardiness Zone Map, updated from the previous map...
Japanese Maples Fall Color
The elegant Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is a lovely tree in any season but fall color is undeniably a major...
Garden Activities for November
November is the time for cleaning up the garden and putting it to bed for the winter. Leaves are falling...