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Articles listed under “spring”

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.