Beat the Winter Blues – January Gardening
While we work our way into the new year and January is here, gardeners are probably cozied up by the fireplaces or re-reading their favourite garden magazines, just waiting for Spring to arrive. However, if you have a bit of a itch to keep
Adding a little Holiday Flair with Novelty Amaryllis
Last week I shared some of my favourite Red Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) as they are a great alternative to poinsettias and have a perfect holiday look to them! All Amaryllis are great holiday indoor flowering bulbs as they have a festive look and bloom for
Red Amaryllis – The Perfect Holiday Flower!
If you’re bored with the typical Poinsettia plant for Christmas or even just looking for some variety, Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) are a perfect option! There are many that feature the classic red and green combination which is what draws many people to the classic Poinsettia
Forcing Paperwhites this Holiday Season
Paperwhites are a Narcissi (Daffodil) perfect for growing indoors over the winter holiday season. Small but full of character, this flower is one of the easiest bulbs to grow indoors as they do not require a chilling period. You simply put the bulbs in
It’s That Time Again! Plant Your Fall Bulbs
Bulbs have a little flower inside that won’t let you down next spring. Planting flower bulbs is just a matter of doing it – you don’t need a green thumb! And success is guaranteed. Anyone who plants them now can look forward to colour
Stretch the Season of Colour with Tulips
Tulips are well known as a burst of variety and colour in the spring. They are easy to grow and provide beautiful focal points and borders in your garden as well as a stunning cut flower. Why not maximize the number of tulips next
Colchicum & Fall-Flowering Crocus
Did you know you can enjoy the first signs of spring in the fall? Planting colchicum and fall flowering crocus will reward you with beautiful blooms in just weeks. Best of all, each year they return with even more blossoms and require almost no