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Growing the Bacopa Abunda™ Blue

Being incredibly vigorous and versatile, the Bacopa Abunda™ Blue Improved plant will grow anywhere from 6-12 inches tall. However, its mature spread can be 20-30 inches wide! This annual is an instant hit with gardeners because of its beautiful blue flowers that have a violet tint. It becomes a lovely...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 12-01-2009
Growing the balloon flower Astra Double Blue

Balloon Flower Astra Double Blue is a compact, well-branched plant. The interesting balloon-like buds swell to form (mostly) hollow, pillow-shaped structures before its starry petals unfold, and it resembles a hot-air balloon! Its compact, uniform habit makes a good selection for cut flowers, containers...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 11-17-2009
Growing the Veronica 'Eveline'

The Veronica 'Eveline' is an easy to grow perennial with purplish-pink, dense, extra tall flower spikes that bloom throughout June to September. With an upright plant habit, it is quite stunning when planted in containers or in mass plantings. In the cool weather of fall, you receive an added...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 11-13-2009
Attract the Monarch Butterfly with the Cinderella Butterfly Plant

Cinderella Butterfly Plant is easily grown in medium to wet soils in full sun. It is tolerant of average well-drained soils in cultivation even though the species is native to swamps and wet meadows. Plants have deep taproots and are best left undisturbed once established. They will grow up to 4 feet...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 09-11-2009
About Planting the Butterfly Plant

Butterfly Plant , (Asclepias incarnata ), prefers to be planted in full sun. Use in mass plantings, as a border plant, or as a tall ground cover. Excellent for use in dried flower arrangements. Plant in well drained sandy or gravelly soil in full sun to light shade. Plant the root vertical so that the...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 07-15-2009
Growing Dahlias

Growing Dahlias is not difficult. There are 2 points of reference that must be adhered to. Number 1, plant only if ground is over 60 degrees. Dahlia tubers will rot in cold ground. Number 2, the soil must be well drained, they do not like wet feet or roots. A ground pH of 6 is ideal. Meet these requirements...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 07-14-2009
For Wind, Heat, and Dry Soil

Does the wind, heat, and hard, dry soil make your gardening difficult? With some hard work, low-growing plants and a good layer of mulch, you can remedy the situation. Add a few rocks or boulders to add a nice texture and contrast to the space. It is best to plant low growing dwarf varieties in a windy...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 06-23-2009
Thinning and Deadheading

Thinning and deadheading are two ways of helping your garden maintain its good looks. Thinning in the terms of the gardening world refers to selectively eliminating plants or stems. This procedure will ensure more attractive and healthy plants. Some plants, like phlox or bee balm , are prone to mildew...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-31-2009

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