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Looks, easy of growing and maintenance are parameters that play a major role in the selection of garden plants. Amaryllis is one of those wonderful plants that score prolifically on...

Amaryllis flowers—lush, lovely and dramatic in all their varied hues are a wonderful presence in the spring garden. Come winter, they'll infuse the same spring cheer indoors, adding natural sparkle...

Dahlia tubers should be lifted after the first frost when foliage turns black. Carefully dig up the tuber clumps, allow them to dry for 24–48 hours, and store them in...

When to Plant Tulips by USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9 At Breck’s, we’ve been helping gardeners grow spectacular tulips for generations. From bold Darwin Hybrids to elegant Triumph varieties, our Dutch-grown...

Preparing the soil for your garden is a crucial step in ensuring a successful and bountiful growing season. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, understanding how to prepare...

Looking for the best way to take care of tulips? Whether you're planting new bulbs or wondering how to keep tulips coming back every spring, this guide covers everything you...

In the intricate world of gardening, companion planting stands as a testament to the harmony achievable within a garden ecosystem. This method not only enhances yields but also contributes to...

To better determine when to plant spring bulbs, there are a few factors to consider that can help ensure a successful and beautiful bloom. First of all, it's important to...

Welcome to the magnificent world of Itoh peonies! Also known as intersectional hybrid peonies, these striking, resilient perennials are the result of crossing herbaceous and tree peonies. Similar to bushy,...

There are several types of commercially available mulch available for your flower beds. Mulch helps improve soil moisture, prevents plants from drying out too quickly, and reduces erosion and compaction...

What Are Daylilies? Daylilies, or hemerocallis, are not true lilies. Instead of growing from a rhizomatous bulb, daylilies are perennials with a root system that branches out underground. Most daylilies...

Clematis is an easy vine to grow, and will reward just a little care with towers of prolific blooms. Not to mention, clematis is available in a wide range of...

Most garden visitors are either beneficial-”like bees and ladybugs-”or relatively harmless, nibbling at plants a bit without truly hurting them. But some animals, insects and other creatures can cause serious,...

Lilies add brilliant colour and fragrance to the summer garden. Lilies: The Joys of the Summer Garden Whether you're new to gardening or a gardening pro, you'll want to consider...

When you look at the many vibrant members of the iris family, it's not hard to see why Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus named the group after the Greek goddess of...

Bee balm is a must-have for pollinator gardens. An Overview of the Bee Balm Plant Bee balm, also called monarda or bergamot, is a classic garden perennial that's a must-have...

Planting and Caring for Muscari They're colourful, carefree, vigorous and pleasantly scented. They have a well-deserved reputation as a reliable perennial and excellent naturalizer. They attract bees, but foraging deer...

Encompassing parts of the country from coast to coast, planting zones 5 and 6 are the most common areas to which perennials and bulbs are compatible. So, if you are...

Arie Blom is a top hybridizer of one of the world's most popular perennials, but how he got his start in the business is a veggie tale. Arie is a...

Overcrowding, a decline in bloom quality, or just a desire for an exciting new garden design -“ there are many reasons to need to move and divide daffodils. Moving and...

Weeds, I've come to suspect, feed on scorn. All it takes to propel them into a frenzied flourish is a look of disdain! Weeds will aggressively compete for available nutrients,...

Named after the ravishing, rainbow- treading herald of the Greek gods, the Iris commands one of the most extensive color palettes in all of flower kingdom, each hue as vibrant...

A little over a month away, and yet you can almost feel it in the air: spring! While you can't dive into the garden right now, there's much you can...

Ranunculus are cool season perennials with exquisite, multilayered flowers that come in stunning hues of red, orange, pink and yellow, to name just a few! Ranunculus are a natural fit...