Who would have thought that foul smelling flowers are attractive to pollinators and other insects? Find out about three fascinating plants that attract pollinators with repulsive odors.
Alliums All Season Long
Alliums or Ornamental Onions are an under-used and unappreciated perennial that should be planted more
Deer Combat-Using Deer Proof Plants Is the Best Strategy
Gardening with browsing deer can be very frustrating. There are many repellents on the market, but the ultimate solution is to plant things that deer hate.
Little Cuties Are A Rainbow Of Colors
I post a lot about miniature gardens and accessories and am always looking for different plants to set these gardens off. I found a series of miniature plants that sport stunning color combos for 2013! They are called 'Little Cutie' Coral Bells. The colors are phenomenal, and they are spicing up containers for the spring. I got …
Beware of the Buttercup Bully!!!
Have you seen this blooming on your property??? If your answer is yes, get ready to do battle!! This is a really nasty invasive that hales from Europe and Asia and is taking over North America. It is Ranunculus ficaria, Lesser Celandine, or more commonly just a cute little buttercup. It was introduced as an ornamental plant in …
Not Another Echinacea!!!
PowWow Wild Berry Echinacea Yes, That is exactly what I said when I heard about "PowWow Wild Berry" Echinacea a couple of years ago! I have tried dozens of Echinaceas that the garden hybridizers have churned out in the last couple of years and was not impressed. They flopped, fizzled, or just faded away, never to be seen …