The Easter Lily

Did you know?

Lilium longiflorum is the Latin name for the traditional Easter Lily (native to the southern islands of Japan).
Easter Lilies naturally bloom in June or July but are “forced” to bloom in controlled greenhouse conditions in order for us to have them for Easter. 
When choosing a Lily plant, look for one with lots of [...]

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Thu, September 25 2008 » Uncategorized » 1 Comment

Gardening in Winter ?

It’s the middle of January and the ground is covered with snow. Why is someone submitting an article on gardening? Well, as most avid gardeners know, gardening is pretty much a year round hobby. During the spring and summer we plant, fertilize, and enjoy the fruits of our labor. During the fall we transplant, prepare [...]

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A Waterfall without a Pond?

Water features have become very popular in gardens today; the most popular being a waterfall and small pond. You can hire professionals to design and install your waterfall and pond, or visit your local home improvement center and buy a DIY kit. While it appears they have become somewhat more affordable, the project can still [...]

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