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Are Narcissus, Daffodil, and Jonquil bulbs the same?

The names " daffodil " and " narcissus " are interchangeable. They are lily-like perennials with numerous narrow, straplike leaves, and a single flowering stalk. Daffodils do best in rich, neutral or nearly neutral, well-drained sandy loam . Lighten heavy clay soils with sand or Perlite...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 07-05-2009
Can you suggest some fuss-free plants?

Choosing the tried-and-true performer makes life much easier, and your garden will look good while taking less demands on your life. If you are working full time and have a family, there is not a whole lot of time to spend on flower gardening at the end of your day. You may want to look for perennials...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 06-18-2009
What plants can I grow under a tree?

This depends on what kind of tree. Some trees have filtered shade, such as honeylocusts or a bur oak. Fern and hostas do well under these trees if you mulch and water them regularly. Other perennials that would work are carydalis, astilbe, columbine, or globeflower. It can be more difficult if a tree...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 06-01-2009
What is meant by towering plants?

Towering flowers add pizzazz! It is an “aha” moment when you spot a spired-type flower that rises above all the surrounding plants. These plants display themselves proudly with colorful and elegant colors. My favorite is the Salvia , especially May Night ! It adds such a stunning focal point wherever...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-30-2009
Your most loved perennial?

My Junior Dream Phlox is one of my much loved perennials. I planted them in mass all along the side of the house and they are stunning when in full bloom. Since garden phlox have been improved, I worry less about a mildew problem. I continually thin them out so they get good air circulation. Poor air...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-29-2009
Are Cosmos easy to grow?

Cosmos comes from the Greek word that means harmony or orderly universe. The petals of the Cosmos are very evenly placed. Planting Cosmos in your garden will produce an abundance of showy flowers in an orderly arrangement of “cosmic proportions”! The flower colors of this species are always heavenly...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-14-2009
Wanting Springtime Blooms?

Once spring arrives we all want those garden flowers to appear right now! We have been cooped up all winter and are being lured outdoors by the warmer spring weather. Choosing spring blooming perennials can help a bit with our impatient ways. Clematis is an exquisite blooming plant that can add that...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 05-11-2009
How tall do Dahlia plants get?

Dahlias are bushy, tuberous, perennial plants that are usually grown as garden plants, in containers, or window boxes. The dahlia also has one of the longest bloom seasons of any garden flower, which means you will be enjoying gorgeous blooms all season long. These plants can bring different colors,...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 04-30-2009
How do I care for Salvia?

Salvia should be planted in full sun in a moist well-drained area. It likes soils with some sand and some clay. Salvia is heat and drought tolerant. A good example is the Velocity Blue . To increase bloom time, it should be cut back after the first bloom. Salvia such as May Night is a magnet for butterflies...

Posted to Common Questions Answered (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 04-22-2009

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