Flower Gardening

If you want to attract butterflies to your garden, growing Joe Pye Weed is a great choice.  This native perennial is known for its tall, showy pinkish-purple flowers that are full of sweet nectar, making it a favorite for butterflies and other pollinators. It’s easy to grow and fits well in many garden styles. Joe Pye…

If you’re dreaming of a garden that’s alive with color, movement, and the gentle flutter of butterfly wings, planting butterfly bushes is one of the easiest ways to make it happen. Known for their long, fragrant flower spikes and ability to bloom from summer into fall, butterfly bushes are a magnet for pollinators of all…

If you want to create a butterfly garden that truly supports monarch butterflies, planting milkweed is essential. Milkweed is the only plant where monarch caterpillars can survive and grow.  Growing milkweed in your butterfly garden helps provide food and habitat for these butterflies, which are facing habitat loss in the wild. Milkweed also offers beautiful…

Are you looking to add some beautiful, native plants to your garden? Consider growing coneflowers from seed! Also known as Echinacea, coneflowers are easy to grow and add a pop of color to any garden. To start, you’ll need to gather your supplies. You’ll need coneflower seeds, soil, a container, and a grow light (if…

Iris bulbs, also known as rhizomes, are a gardener’s delight with their stunning array of colors and patterns. Knowing how to store these precious bulbs properly is crucial for ensuring their survival and successful growth in the next planting season. In this article, you’ll gain valuable insights into the ideal storage methods for your iris…