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Why You Should Plant Spring Planted Bulbs and Perennials
Planting Tips

Why You Should Plant Spring Planted Bulbs and Perennials

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on Jan 30, 2024

Planting bulbs and perennials in the spring is like setting the stage for a summer-long garden party. It's not just about the flowers; it's about bringing a burst of life...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)
How-to Guides

Growing Guide: How to Grow Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Nov 17, 2023

Toad lilies, or Tricyrtis hirta, are a stunning addition to shaded gardens. These unique lilies display six-petaled blossoms in hues from white to soft purple, reminiscent of the enchanting purple-spotted...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Italian Ranunculus
How-to Guides

Growing Guide: How to Grow Italian Ranunculus

Posted by Ben Rotteveel on May 17, 2023

Here's the ultimate growing guide! Learn how to grow Italian Ranunculus bulbs by following these easy steps.

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Eryngium
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Eryngium

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Feb 13, 2023

Eryngium is an ornamental perennial plant with silvery leaves. Its egg shaped flowers boast blue spikes and bright green centres.Its egg shaped flowers boast blue spikes and bright green centres....

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Growing Ranunculus - All You Need To Know!

Growing Ranunculus - All You Need To Know!

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Feb 13, 2023

Ranunculus boast beautiful, bright colored flowers with ruffled petals on straight stems. Ranunculus flowers are true showstoppers and are perfect flowers to grow in the garden in beds, borders and...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Italian Anemone
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Italian Anemone

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Feb 06, 2023

Italian Anemones are the epitome of elegance! Italian Anemones boast large, single-flowered petals that come in an array of striking colors. Learn more about how to grow Italian Anemones. 

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All About Echinacea (aka Coneflowers)

All About Echinacea (aka Coneflowers)

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Feb 03, 2023

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Coneflowers   Echinacea, also known as coneflowers, are a popular perennial for midsummer blooms. Learn how to plant coneflowers the right way and...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Day Lily (Hemerocallis)

Growing Guide: How to Grow Day Lily (Hemerocallis)

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jan 31, 2023

Day Lilies, also know as Hemerocallis, are stunning plants that are among the most popular perennials to grow in the summer garden! Day Lilies require little care to produce an abundance...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Arisaema

Growing Guide: How to Grow Arisaema

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jan 24, 2023

Commonly known as Cobra Lily or Jack in the Pulpit, the Arisaema is an unusual plant with umbrella-like blooms that are supported by its tall, strong stems. Blooming in early summer,...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Red Hot Poker
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Red Hot Poker

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Jan 18, 2023

Red Hot Poker is also known as Red Hot Poker and Torch Lily. It is a beautiful plant that can add life and color to your garden. It's easy to...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Coneflowers (Echinacea)
How-to Guides

Growing Guide: How to Grow Coneflowers (Echinacea)

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Jan 17, 2023

Echinacea, also known as Coneflowers, are herbaceous perennials of the daisy family. They have large daisy-like flower heads with drooping petals and brown cone-shaped centres, giving them their unusual name.

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Geranium

Growing Guide: How to Grow Geranium

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jan 16, 2023

Geraniums are iconic garden flowers that have been American favorites for decades. Geraniums are often planted in hanging baskets, containers and flower beds giving a pop of color to any...

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