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How to Grow Primrose — Primula
Primrose is a large genus of popular garden plants. There are at least 425 species of hardy and tender perennials commonly called primroses or primulas. Primroses are usually semi-evergreen. They produce rosettes of narrow to broadly rounded leaves and clusters of tubular, bell-shaped, or funnel-shaped flowers. The name primrose is believed to come from the […] More
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How to Grow Blanket Flower — Gaillardia
Gaillardias are short-lived perennials and annuals grown for their long-lasting brightly colored daisy-like flowers that appear from summer into early fall. Gaillardias bear single and double flowers in shades of red, red-orange, maroon, and yellow. There are about 30 species of Gaillardias. They are native to central and western North America. Most Gaillardias grown in […] More
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How to Grow English Daisy — Bellis perennis
English daisy — Bellis perennis—is an easy-to-grow, short-lived perennial commonly grown as a biennial or annual. It bears colorful small daisylike flowers atop rosettes of bright green leaves. English daisies are members of the Asteraceae family. Plants grow in tufts or with branching stems. The solitary daisy-like heads have yellow disks and white, pink, or […] More
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How to Grow Geranium — Pelargonium
Pelargonium is a genus of tender perennials that includes the popular garden plant widely known as geranium. The best-known Pelargoniums go by the common names zonal geraniums, ivy-leaved geraniums, and regal or Martha Washington geraniums. Pelargoniums also include scented-leaved geraniums. Pelargoniums are often grown as annuals. They are native to South Africa and cannot tolerate […] More
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How to Grow Sage — Perennial Salvias
Salvias are grown for their showy spikes of flowers. Flowers are 2-lipped–the upper lips erect and hooded, the lower ones are toothed and spreading. Flowers can be tubular to bell- or funnel-shaped in a wide range of colors. Salvias make up a large genus of popular garden plants. There are many species of half-hardy annuals […] More
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How to Grow Phlox
There are many types of phlox. All are known for their showy flower clusters. There are tall-growing phlox that can be used as border plants and there are dwarf-growing varieties that can be used in rock gardens and as edging plants along paths. Most phlox species are perennials; the annual species Phlox drummondii is perhaps […] More
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How to Grow Meconopsis – Himmalayan Blue Poppy
Meconopsis, commonly known as the Himalayan Blue Poppy, is a breathtaking perennial known for its striking, true-blue flowers. This unique and enchanting plant, native to the high altitudes of the Himalayan region, is prized for its delicate, papery blooms that can range from deep blue to purple or white, depending on the species. While it’s […] More
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How to Grow Coronilla – Crown Vetch
Coronilla, commonly known as crown vetch or scorpion vetch, is a beautiful, easy-to-grow perennial that brings vibrant color and delicate texture to the garden. Most commonly, Coronilla varia (crown vetch) and Coronilla glauca (glaucous scorpion vetch) are used in landscapes. With cheerful, pea-like blooms in shades of yellow, pink, or white, and a naturally spreading […] More
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How to Grow Asperula – Woodruff
Asperula, commonly known as woodruff, is a delightful and low-maintenance perennial that can add charm to almost any garden. With delicate, star-shaped flowers, a lovely fragrance, and soft green foliage, asperula is prized as both a ground cover and companion plant. Some varieties, like Asperula odorata (sweet woodruff), are particularly famous for their sweet, hay-like […] More
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How to Grow Bacopa — Sutera
Sutera–commonly called bacopa–forms a cascade of small white or pale pink blooms and green leaves. It flowers all summer if lightly watered and fed well. Bacopa is a spreading perennial grown as an annual. It trails over the sides of containers and window boxes. Bacopa is the common name for Sutera cordata which synonymous with […] More
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How to Grow Cupflower — Nierembergia
Nierembergia–commonly called Cupflower–bears open cup- or bell-shaped, sometimes tubular white or light blue flowers in summer. It can be spreading or upright in form with alternate leaves. Nierembergia is usually grown as an annual; it is a perennial in mild-winter regions. Plants grow best where summers are cool. Where summers are hot, Nierembergia will need […] More
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How to Grow Ratibida – Prairie Coneflower
Ratibida, commonly known as prairie coneflower or Mexican hat, is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is relatively easy to grow. Ratibida is a genus of flowering plants in the sunflower family (Asteraceae) that are native to North America. They are commonly known as coneflowers or prairie coneflowers. These plants have large, daisy-like flowers with drooping, […] More
Stephen Albert
