What is a “Nativar?”
The double form of bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis ‘Multiplex’). It appeared spontaneously in the wild and would be considered a nativarContinue Reading
Category: Gardening
Garden Myth: White Mushrooms Are Always Edible (Not!)
White mushrooms might be edible… or they might be poisonous. You can’t tell by color alone. Source: theimagefixer.com Most garden mythsContinue Reading
When to Plant Fall Bulbs
Source: mzayat.com, amazon.co.uk & bsoluteyogasamui, montage: laidbackgardener.blog Each expert has a different answer when it comes to recommending when toContinue Reading
Don’t Let Leaves Accumulate on Your Lawn
When leaves start to build up too much, to the point where no light is getting through, they start toContinue Reading
Bringing Frost-Tender Bulbs Indoors for the Winter
When frost kills the foliage of your bulbs (here, dahlias), it’s time to bring them back indoors for the winter.Continue Reading
Beautiful Berries for Fall and Winter
Porcelaine vine (Ampelopsis brevipedunculata) brightens up late fall with its jewel-like berries. Source: www.pepiniere-villeroy.com When we select plants for ourContinue Reading
Pattern Plants as Indoor Decorations
Pattern plants (here, peace lilies) add a vibrant, earthy aspect to any home. Think too about choosing pots that suitContinue Reading
Can You Grow Your Own Chocolate?
World Cocoa and Chocolate Day takes place every year on October 1st and it’s the perfect time to consider whether youContinue Reading
My New Favorite Bulb-Planting Tool
ProPlugger tool: just punch a hole and plant! Source: www.proplugger.com I’m an inveterate bulb planter. I just can’t help myself!Continue Reading
The Giant Sunflower That Came Out of Nowhere!
The giant sunflower found in Louise Labrecque’s vegetable garden. Source: Louise Labrecque Question: A giant sunflower grew in my vegetableContinue Reading