Articles listed under “spring”
Time to cut the grass — March 16, 2010
Ornamental grasses add interest to a garden through winter, but in spring they need to be cut back to make way for new growth.
Pennsylvania pellitory — March 16, 2010
Growing 6 to 18 in. tall, Pennsylvania pellitory has leaves with slightly fuzzy undersides.
Moss phlox — March 9, 2010
Moss phlox is one of those tried-and-true perennials that we often neglect in lieu of newer flowers.
Slide show: Spring combos — March 2, 2010
Nothing matches the extravagant impact of bulbs blooming in spring. But you don’t have to plant hundreds of them — here are a few simple bulb and plant combinations that will create a great splash of color!
Get perennials ready for spring — November 24, 2009
As the season dwindles down, garden tasks often seem to increase. But your work doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
Iris — June 2, 2009
Just about everyone has grown iris at some time. But if you’ve noticed yours aren’t blooming like they used to, it may be time to divide.
Fernleaf bleeding heart — April 21, 2009
Unlike old-fashioned bleeding heart, which usually goes dormant in the summer, fernleaf bleeding heart blooms from midspring to fall.
‘Golden Sunrise’ Lenten rose — March 3, 2009
After a long winter, Lenten rose is a welcome sight, sometimes blooming even through snow.
Tulip — January 6, 2009
There are some plants that just stand for a certain season, and nothing says “spring” as loud and clear as tulips!
Dividing bleeding heart — September 23, 2008
The best way to propagate bleeding heart, either fernleaf or the old-fashioned type, is by division.
Using containers in borders — August 26, 2008
Containers aren’t just for porches, patios and decks — you can also put them in your perennial borders. Here are some tips to help you decide where to place the containers.
Grape hyacinth — April 15, 2008
If you’ve ever planted grape hyacinth in fall, you know that they sprout leaves in just a few weeks after planting.
Pop starts — April 1, 2008
In spring, most gardeners have a cluster of newly purchased plants waiting to be set in the ground.
