Botany for Gardeners: The Leaf – Modifications
Karen Leaves are usually green but can be yellow, red, purple or a combination of these. Leaves can be so large that they can hide a large cat or so small…
Garden Journal: June 20, 2010
After torrential rains, the weather finally changed and heat and humidity came rolling in with the sun. Temperatures in the high 80’s are expected to lead to 90s in the…
Garden Journal: April 18, 2010
Sunshine and warm temperatures have continued to coax many plants into bloom. Others are slowly beginning to grow new shoots and leaves and their new coats of green are very…
Garden Journal: June 21 2009
Ample rain, high humidity, and cloudy days with just a touch of sun now and then set the stage for this week’s garden. Many plants seem to thrive while others…
Plant Profile: Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)
Venus Flytraps are excellent plants for a bog garden but can be grown indoors in a terrarium.
Ten Steps to Making a Bog Garden
Creating a bog garden creates an environment for a whole new list of plants many of which are very interesting and especially good for getting children involved in gardening. Who…