I like hippeastrum. What are hippeastrum you ask? We know them as amaryllis. When I write that I like them, I mean I'm a …
Greenhouse musings, and Moo Poo Tea giveaway!
Since the weather is singing a wintry tune, it's time for greenhouse musings and a moo poo tea giveaway. First, the musings. Bill …
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It is well with my garden
November 5, and it is well with my garden. Gradually, flowers are slowing down, but roses were still blooming in the blustery day …
Tropical plants, a hot summer garden’s best friend
Next to colorful annuals, tropical plants are a hot summer garden's best friend. In Oklahoma and much of the middle South, …
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Annuals are flashy garden accessories
If perennials are the little black dresses of the garden world, then annuals are gardening's flashy accessories. They bring color …
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Garden Holes of Opportunity
From several conversations I've had with gardeners lately, I know you're worried about my roses. I'm worried too, but I am trying …
Planting fall-blooming flowers for pollinators
What should you plant for pollinators to bloom during the late show--that short or long time period between hot, hot days and the …
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Fall front door decor
Fall is a time of renewal in southern gardens. It's also a time to change your front door decor. Foliage color changes, cool …
Wildflower Wednesday Gaura
On this Wildflower Wednesday, I want to promote the sweet genus gaura. G. coccinea, Scarlet beeblossom, is native to many states. …
Rain chains are jewelry for your gutters
A few years ago I installed a rain chain right outside my kitchen window where I write each morning. As I hung it, I thought how …
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Garden Bloggers Bloom Day, September 2014
It's the 15th of the month, and you know what that means. Garden Bloggers Bloom Day is shared all over the planet and hosted at …
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Ten plants to replace climbing roses
Here are ten plants to replace climbing roses removed because of Rose Rosette Disease. I know some rosarians don't think you need …