Growing Humulus (Hops)

Growing Humulus (Hops) Hops are best known for use in flavoring beer and ale. It is an attractive, fast-growing vine that makes an excellent screen to cover a large area for the summer. Provide support for y

How to grow houseplants

How to grow houseplants GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Light: Most houseplants prefer bright light with some direct sun. East- and west-facing windows are ideal and a south-facing window is satisfactory if the plants

Growing Hosta (The Emerald Isle & Emerald Atoll Collections)

Growing Hosta (The Emerald Isle & Emerald Atoll Collections) Planting: Choose a site with evenly moist soil (Hostas will endure dry shade in all but the hottest, driest parts of North America if watered

Growing Hosta (Plantain Lily)

Growing Hosta (Plantain Lily) Pronunciation: hostuh The hybridizers have gone wild with Hostas , which are now available in sizes from a few inches to several feet tall with foliage in many bold o

Growing Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana)

Growing Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) will spread and live for years, so pick a location with that in mind. Plant in full sun and in soil that is slightly acid (pH of 6.

Growing Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea)

Growing Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea) Pronunciation: lon-iss-er-ahA member of the Honeysuckle family, Honeyberry is a dense, sturdy shrub native to the higher altitudes of Russia and Asia. In order to

Growing Holiday Cactus

Growing Holiday Cactus Also known as the Thanksgiving or Crab Cactus, this easy-to-care for plant is native to rainforests of Brazil, where it grows on rocks or in trees in light shade. Its an easy houseplan

Growing Hibiscus (Hibiscus)

Growing Hibiscus (Hibiscus) Pronunciation: hye-biskus Hibiscus is a huge genus of more than 200 species which includes a diverse bunch of annuals, perennials, and shrubs, both tender and hardy.Ro

Growing Herbs in Containers Outdoors

Growing Herbs in Containers Outdoors Choosing a pot and growing mix. Most of the plants we offer can be grown in containers—any container with a drainage hole in the bottom will suit. The growing me

Growing Herbs in a Windowsill Box

Growing Herbs in a Windowsill Box DESCRIPTION: 5 herb plants will be included with your order which could be any 5 of these listed here: Lemon Thyme, Lavender, Cilantro, Lemon Balm, Italian Parsley, Rosemar

Growing Hepatica nobilis

Growing Hepatica nobilis Pronunciation: heh-pat-ih-kahHepatica is one of those charming early-spring perennials that lifts the spirit and affirms why you garden. H. nobilis var. japonica forms a small,

Growing Helleborus (Hellebore, Lenten Roses)

Growing Helleborus (Hellebore, Lenten Roses) Pronunciation: hel-eh-borus These evergreen plants bring an architectural quality to the shady garden. Most bloom in early winter in mild climates

Growing Heliotropium (Heliotrope)

Growing Heliotropium (Heliotrope) Pronunciation: hee-lee-oh-tropee-um Grow in full sun (afternoon shade is recommended in Zone 10 and the warmest parts of Zone 9 in the West) and evenly moi

Growing Heliopsis (False Sunflower)

Growing Heliopsis (False Sunflower) Pronunciation: hee-lee-op-sisHeliopsis requires full sun and well-drained soil; tolerates dry conditions.

Growing Helichrysum (Licorice Plant)

Growing Helichrysum (Licorice Plant) Pronunciation: hell-ih-krye-zum Helichrysum petiolare is a very useful garden plant with softly felted leaves. Its stems form low mounds that weave their way th

Growing Helianthus (perennial Sunflower)

Growing Helianthus (perennial Sunflower) Pronunciation: hee-lee-an-thusPerennial Sunflowers are large plants, 5–8 tall, with 2 single or double, lemon yellow flowers in July–September. All have roughly

Growing Helianthemum (Sun Rose)

Growing Helianthemum (Sun Rose) Pronunciation: hee-lee-an-them-umSun Roses require full sun (partial shade in the South) and well-drained soil that is not too rich. Fertilize sparingly if at all. After

Growing Helenium

Growing Helenium Pronunciation: huh-lee-nee-um A valuable genus that delivers bold colors on sturdy plants that bloom late summer into fall, when few perennials are at their peak. Plants will brig

Growing Hedera helix (English Ivy)

Growing Hedera helix (English Ivy) Twining English Ivies trail or cling to structures with root-like holdfasts. They are valuable as evergreen screens and ground covers in partial to deep shade. The adult fo

Growing Heaths and Heathers

Growing Heaths and Heathers CULTURE: Grow Heaths and Heathers in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sun). Soil should be well-drained and somewhat acidic. Add about an inch of pe