Cyclamens – Dancing in the Woodland Garden
It is amazing how some plants become pigeonholed into specific categories and on occasion it is difficult for even experienced gardeners to break free of this mindset. Cyclamen is a plant that is most befitting of this conundrum. Most people think of Cyclamen as a somewhat finicky winter blooming houseplant that all too often is overwatered during the summer and perishes. Discouraged, we fail to take notice of the various hardy selections that can provide low maintenance additions to the woodland garden with blossoms during nearly every season!
Bruce Crawford
September marks the start of getting the garden – and the gardener – ready for a long winters rest. I know it seems too early to think of winter, but it is time to start planning for winter and the year to come. To this end, consider how best to overwinter and to make room for your favorite non-hardy plants indoors. Fortunately, we still have several months remaining for plants to grow, so there is no rush! Continue
The Mighty Onion – A Gardeners Friend in Fall
To me, August is the month that epitomizes summer. The days remain long, with the daytime chant of the cicadas and the evening chorus of the crickets. Rainfall in July varied by where you live, and on average was a bit lighter than desired. With irrigation and coupled with the warm temperatures, most plants including vegetables flourished. August typically has many humid days, but the temperatures are usually in the 80’s, which is good for both the plants and the gardener!
Coreopsis – The Preferred Name for a Preferred Plant
