3 New Dahlias to Plant This Spring – Plus a Hosta With Luminous Leaves
Check out Florissa's top spring flowering plants for your garden. Best and brand new dahlias, daylilies, hostas & lilies to grow this season! Spring always brings a sense of anticipation, and this season is no exception. As the days lengthen and the soil begins to warm, a fresh wave of plants step into the spotlight—early bloomers, dependable performers, and standout varieties
Fall Planting, Spring Magic: Discover This Year’s Most Beautiful Bulbs
As summer fades and the air turns crisp, autumn arrives in all its golden glory—bringing with it more than just colourful leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin-spiced everything. For gardeners, this season signals the start of something exciting: spring dreaming begins now. Garden centres are bursting with fresh arrivals of spring-flowering bulbs—reliable favourites and stunning new varieties alike. Whether you're drawn to
Meadowscaping: How to Create a Low-Maintenance, Pollinator-Friendly Garden
Tired of mowing your lawn every weekend or watching thirsty grass struggle in the summer heat? It might be time to consider meadowscaping—a beautiful, sustainable alternative to traditional landscaping that supports pollinators, saves water, and brings year-round interest to your outdoor space. What is Meadowscaping? Meadowscaping is the practice of replacing all or part of your lawn or garden with a diverse
Patio Fruit Garden: Unique Varieties You Can Grow in Pots
Transforming your patio or small outdoor space into a lush, productive garden is easier than ever with compact, container-friendly fruit varieties. Imagine stepping outside your back door to harvest fresh blueberries, sweet figs, tangy raspberries, or vibrant goji berries—no need for sprawling garden beds or large plots of land. Let’s explore some standout choices that thrive in pots and bring
Top 5 Bee-Friendly Perennial Border Ideas
Creating a bee-friendly garden doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. With a few strategic choices, you can design a low-maintenance perennial border that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while enhancing the beauty of your garden. These bee-friendly perennial borders not only require minimal upkeep but also offer an abundance of nectar throughout the seasons. By selecting the right
All About Potatoes: From Planting to Plate
There’s something magical about growing your own food—especially when it’s the humble potato. Versatile, hearty, and surprisingly easy to grow, potatoes are a staple in gardens and kitchens around the world. Whether you’re planting in your backyard or in a few containers on your patio, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about potatoes—from choosing the
Add These Gorgeous New Dahlias to Your Summer Garden
Looking to elevate your summer garden with vibrant colour and breathtaking blooms? Dahlias are a fantastic choice! With their wide range of sizes, shapes, and colours, from delicate pastels to bold, fiery hues, there's a dahlia for every garden style. These low-maintenance flowers thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them perfect for borders, flower beds, or containers. Plus,
Forgot to Plant Flower Bulbs Last Fall? Here’s How to Still Enjoy Beautiful Spring Blooms!
The best time to plant spring flowering bulbs is in fall, about 6 weeks before the first frost. Any time between September and December is ideal if the ground is not frozen. But sometimes life happens, things get busy and it’s easy to forget about the boxes of bulbs sitting happily in your garage. Never fear! These resilient little bulbs
Top 10 Easy Perennials Every Garden Should Have
Perennials are the backbone of any beautiful, low-maintenance garden, returning year after year with vibrant color and lush foliage. Some of the best choices for any garden include Echinacea, Sedum, Hosta, and Phlox. Each type of perennial offers unique textures, blooms, and resilience. These hardy plants thrive in a variety of conditions, attract pollinators, and require minimal upkeep, making them
All About Ranunculus: How To Plant, Grow And Care For Ranunculus
With their lush, layered petals and vibrant colors, ranunculus flowers bring striking shades to any garden or floral arrangement. These stunning blooms thrive in cool seasons, rewarding gardeners with abundant flowers when planted and cared for properly. Whether you're growing them from corms in the fall or spring, ranunculus flourish with well-draining soil, plenty of sunlight, and regular watering. Learning