Archives for August 2011

Last Autumn I was privileged to watch Nature put on an act in our rock garden. It had nothing to do with gardening; yet, it was a fascinating performance. On a large rock under the big pine, a pendant swayed gently in the late September sun; a shining black cable supported the object. Cool green […]

Most home gardeners are familiar with the fascinating story of the tulip mania which took place in llolland before the middle of the seventeenth century. The development of the classification of the tulip and the metamorphosis that has come about in methods of planting and arrangement were influenced by popular demand and the historical happenings […]

In September and early October when most plants are completing their annual cycle of growth, the Autumn-blooming crocuses send forth their delicately-colored, satiny-textured blooms. To those who are not acquainted with these dainty bulbous plants, it may seem that they could not wait for Spring. But such is not the case, for Autumn is their […]

Facades of houses are often attractively planted with shrubs and evergreens, but sometimes little is done to enhance the side walls. They are usually just as visible from the street and are less interesting from an architectural standpoint. They should not be neglected. Lack of space is often the reason given for this planting neglect, […]

Hardy spring bulbs set out now (September) put on a bright display next year at winter’s end with no further help from you.