Knowing how to start flower seeds indoors is invaluable information for any gardener wanting to get a head start on the growing season!
How Do You Plant Wildflower Seeds? What is the best way to plant wildflower seeds. I am preparing a spot on a sunny hill, taking the grass and roots out down to the dirt.
Looking to add some colorful and vibrant flowers to your garden quickly? Check out our guide on Flowers that Grow Quickly from Seeds.
Learn how to grow echinacea from seed with this guide. I'll show you how to sow your seeds and care for your plants as they grow.
Poppies are fabulous flowers to grow in the garden. Learn how to grow poppies from seed, and fill your garden with these delicate beauties.
Get a jump start on your garden with this trick to force your flower seeds to sprout in just 24 hours, and it works every time!
Tips on growing coleus from seed - it is easy! Coleus grown from seed produce plants with interesting diverse colors, leaf forms, and markings. [DETAILS]
China Asters are easy to grow and bloom when the garden starts to fade. Learn more reasons why these beauties are a great addition to the cut flower garden.
I thought I’d start my ‘How to grow’ series with what I’m considering my most successful flower so far… Cosmos.
Since I posted lotus painting today, I too would like to share my experience of growing the lotus seeds. I have been drawing lotus for years so naturally I am a bit curious of how t…
Learn how to grow lisianthus in the garden, how to start it from seed and how to use lisianthus as a cut flower.
Today's photos are from Lorraine Roberts. Lorraine says, "When we moved to the 24 acre property located in Caledon Ontario Zone 5 (in 1999), there were no gardens – just trees, grass and a house...
Whether you want to weave your own linen, boost your intake of healthful omegas, or just enjoy attractive flowers, consider adding flax to your landscape.
Nasturtiums grow well in almost any type of well-draining soil. They can tolerate dry conditions and low fertility without damage, but the...
Have you ever heard of anise hyssop? I hadn’t until a few years ago when a generous gardening friend shared an extra plant she had oversown. That first spring, I was hooked. My love story
The February “Blog Blizzard. continues!” Even though it is has been a mild winter here in the valley, I know many other parts of the country have had plenty of snow this month. So in solidarity with fellow flower lovers snowed in, we’ve “faux snowed” ourselves inside too in order to flood the blog with […]
You see, there are a lot of flowering plants that not only can survive the cold weather, but in fact love it. Peonies for example, need a very cold and wet winter in order to grow big and lush blooms (which can be a problem in our growing zone that tends to be warm and dry during the winter) Yes, r
How to Grow Alyssum: 5 Tips for Growing Alyssum
Would you like to learn how to germinate seeds quickly and easily? Be the ultimate homesteader with these 5 amazing ideas and tips.
Want to grow a backyard cut flower garden? Thinking of turning your love of growing flowers into a business? Here are 10 easy to grow annual cut flowers from seed.
Growing gorgeous snapdragon flowers from seed in your garden? This guide shares the steps of sowing and germinating snapdragon seeds indoors, transplanting and caring for them throughout the season.
Make your own plantable seed paper favors! This seed paper DIY project is fun and educational for kids of all ages! Follow these step-by-step instructions for making seed paper for planting.
Creating a vibrant and blooming garden is a dream for many gardening enthusiasts. Zinnias, with their stunning colors and easy-to-grow nature, is a popular
