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
Where kitchens are the heart of the home, gardens are the soul. Everyone love’s a bright, colorful garden that provides an essence of spring as long as possible, leading to the question I am asked| Blooming Backyard
What are short-lived perennials and how to keep them blooming longer. Plus the 10 most popular short-lived perennial flowers for your garden.| Blooming Backyard
What perennials should you cut back in the fall? Start with these 12 plants that need a good fall pruning.| Blooming Backyard
The secrets to fantastical towers of cascading tubular bell-shaped foxgloves are not as mystical as they may appear. These natives of Europe, Asia, and North Africa are mostly biennials, meaning they live for just two| 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