The Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
Karen The unique characteristics of spring ephemerals are discussed and many examples are given and described.
Three Steps to Buying Roses
Practical concerns when selecting roses are considered and the pros and cons of bare root versus container bought roses are discussed.
How to Extend the Daffodil Season
The method used to create a series of blooms to extend the daffodil season are given with specific examples.
Coping with Crocus Foliage
The problem and its solution regarding the dying foliage of crocuses is discussed.
A Visit to Villandry Garden, Loire Valley, France
The beautiful gardens of Villandry are described with special attention to the ornamental vegetable garden.
The Shamrock; What is it?
The history of the shamrock is given with some horticultural facts.
What is Your Spring Bulb IQ? A Bulb Word Search
Word Search game on spring blooming bulbs.
Ten Steps to Starting Seeds
The equipment and procedure for starting seeds are described.
Italian Gardens: Villa Lante, Bagnaia, Italy
The mannerist gardens of Villa Lante in Bagnaia, Italy, designed by Vignola are described.
The Numbers Game: Just How Big is a Million?
Find out how big a million, billion, and trillion really are.