Potted bulbs
Potted bulbs such as tulips, daffodils and hyacinths add a refreshing touch of Spring indoors during the winter months. With a little know-how they can be recycled to rebloom outdoors. Here’s what to do when…
Forcing Paperwhites
Had enough of the cold gray winter? Why not grow paperwhite narcissus and add a ray of sunshine and fragrance to your home? Narcissus papyraceus, a cultivar of Narcissus tazetta, is available during the holiday season and sold…
Hyacinth care
Looking for information on how to care for my new hyacinth plant. I just bought at a local grocery store. It smelled and looked beautiful, but after a few days is dying. The fragrant blooms usually…
Planting Spring Bulbs
Planting Spring bulbs Fall is the ideal time to plant spring blooming bulbs. They can be planted as late as November-December before the ground freezes. Temperatures 35-50F degrees for 8-12 weeks will give them time to…
Growing Gladiolus
Gladiolus also known as sword lilies are easy to grow, inexpensive and come in wide range of vivid colors. They are a striking addition to borders and flower beds and make great cut flowers for dramatic arrangements. How to grow gladiolus For best…