Growing Convallaria (Lily-of-the-Valley)

Growing Convallaria (Lily-of-the-Valley) Pronunciation: kon-va-lairee-uh Delicate, pendant flowers of Lily-of-the-Valley line up along gracefully arching stems in mid-spring. The white or pink blo

General Container Gardening

General Container Gardening Choosing a pot and growing mix: In addition to our Annual Collections, most of the plants we offer can be grown, either singly or in combination, in containers. Any container with

Growing Echinacea (Coneflower)

Growing Echinacea (Coneflower) Pronunciation: ek-in-aysee-uh These sturdy perennials bloom from early summer until frost. Butterflies revel in the flowers and the seed heads are beloved of g

Growing Columnar Apple Trees in containers

Growing Columnar Apple Trees in containers Planting. When youre ready to plant, the first thing you should do is soak the roots of your fruit plants for an hour or so before they go in the ground. Use a 5-ga

Growing Colocasia (Taro, Elephant's Ear)

Growing Colocasia (Taro, Elephant's Ear) Pronunciation: cole-oh-kaysee-uh Wait to plant your Colocasia outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to 60°F. Until the

Growing Daffodils & Daylilies Collaboration

Growing Daffodils & Daylilies Collaboration Our Daffodils & Daylilies Collaboration combines Daffodils (Narcissus) and Daylilies (Hemerocallis) in close quarters to create a garden with two seasons o

Growing Coleus

Growing Coleus Pronunciation: kolee-us Traditionally, Coleus have been terrific foliage plants for shade, but many of the new varieties are also quite tolerant of sun. Variations in light intensity

Growing Colchicum

Growing Colchicum Pronunciation: kohl-chi-kumBulb size: 10-15 cm Sometimes called Meadow Saffron, but bulbs are unrelated to the true Saffron and are, in fact, poisonous. A fact that makes them unpalata

Growing Clivia miniata

Growing Clivia miniata PRONUNCIATION: kly-vee-ah min-ee-ay-tahClivias have a well-earned reputation as rugged houseplants that demand very little attention.LIGHT: Clivias grow best where they receive bright

Growing Clethra (Sweet Pepperbush)

Growing Clethra (Sweet Pepperbush) Pronunciation: klethruh Grow Clethra in full sun or partial shade (protection from the afternoon sun is required in the South). Native to wet soils, but al

Growing Clerodendrum (Glory Bower)

Growing Clerodendrum (Glory Bower) Pronunciation: klare-oh-den-drumGrow in full sun or partial shade and well drained soil. In Zone 6 (-10 degrees F), plants may be killed back to the ground in the wint

Growing Cleome (Spider Flower)

Growing Cleome (Spider Flower) Pronunciation: klee-ohme Trouble-free in full sun and average garden soil. Tolerates drought. In the South, cut plants back by at least ⅓ in late July or early

Planting Rose and Clematis Collections

Planting Rose and Clematis Collections Plant the Rose first, then site the Clematis. Select a site in full sun, with evenly moist but well-drained soil.Choosing a site. Roses grow best where they receive at

Growing Clematis (Clematis; Virgin's Bower)

Growing Clematis (Clematis; Virgin's Bower) Pronunciation: klemuh-tis This very diverse group of lovely, ornamental vines will entice you to garden on the vertical plane. Theres a Clem

Growing Clematis - Non-vining and Clump-forming Types

Growing Clematis - Non-vining and Clump-forming Types CULTURE: Full sun or partial shade (afternoon shade is required in the South). Evenly moist but well-drained garden soil.Rather than climbing str

Growing Lime Leaf (Citrus hystrix) in terra-cotta pot

Growing Lime Leaf (Citrus hystrix) in terra-cotta pot The leaves of Citrus hystrix are best used fresh, but they can also be stored in the freezer in resealable plastic bags. Use the leaves in sauces, stews,

Growing Cistus (Rock Rose)

Growing Cistus (Rock Rose) Pronunciation: sis-tusLike most other plants of Mediterranean origin, Cistus requires full sun and well drained soil. It prefers alkaline soil but also grows well in slightly acid

Growing Cimicifuga (Bugbane)

Growing Cimicifuga (Bugbane) Pronunciation: sim-me-sih-fewguh Grow in full sun or partial shade in the North; provide afternoon shade in the South. Plants require evenly moist soil wherever they ar

Growing Chrysogonum virginianum

Growing Chrysogonum virginianum Pronunciation: kris-sog-oh-num Chrysogonum virginianumis native to woodlands in the eastern US. All have a spreading habit and golden Daisy-like blooms over a

Growing Chrysanthemum (Mum)

Growing Chrysanthemum (Mum) Requires well-drained soil. Pinch all at least 2-3 times through early summer (the end of July in the South and Southwest) for more compact and more floriferous plants. Plants are