I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who actually bought irises to plant in their garden, like you would roses or rhododendrons. Come to think of it, every iris grower I’ve ever talked to came| Blooming Backyard
The common Hollyhock (Alcea rosea) has skyward stems smothered in giant 5-inch hibiscus-like blossoms that carry a whimsical zeal of times past. Beyond the impressive dramatic height of 5 to 12 feet is Hollyhock’s magical| Blooming Backyard
A crowded patch of irises is the most common reason for a disappointing show of flowers. If you've experienced a disappointing flush of iris blooms this spring, then it's probably time you divided your iris| Blooming Backyard
How to identify iris borers| extension.umn.edu
This North American native flowering herb is a must-have in the wildlife garden, cottage garden, herb garden, and veggie garden. For full summer splendor, Bee Balm loves rich, moist soil in full sun. Bee Balm’s| Blooming Backyard
Here are the ten most common reasons why your peonies aren't blooming.| Blooming Backyard
Imagine the splendor of growing a garden just as nature intended! Not only is growing plants that will self-seed cost-effective, but it can also be low maintenance. Are You Thinking of Volunteering? Plants that sprout| Blooming Backyard
Hummingbirds are a celebration of environmental stewardship with every iridescent feather. Plants that provide flower nectar, as well as safe perching and nesting spots are surefire ways to attract hummingbirds to the garden. Increase hummingbird| Blooming Backyard
Imagine stepping outside into your garden on a mellow summer morning and finding yourself engulfed in a sea of color while waves of fragrance tickle your senses. The gentle breeze in the air trickles through| Blooming Backyard
The first few times I saw real anemones, they were elegantly tucked into bridal bouquets. With their slender stems and marshmallow-like blooms, anemones looked as fragile as they did elegant. This must have been why| Blooming Backyard
In a gardening class I once took, the instructor compared the pruning of plants to cutting our hair. You can’t just let your hair grow forever, and at some point, you have to cut it| Blooming Backyard
