Ask Annie- Planting A Shaded Slope Under An Oak Tree(Post)

    I have a shaded slope under a large oak tree. Grass doesn't grow well. What could I plant that is very low maintenance to help prevent erosion and is not invasive? It bumps against our lawn and a

    Exploring Edible Perennials(Post)

    Exploring Edible Perennials When we think about edible plants, we often defer to the tasty tomatoes and peppers we plant in our gardens every year. However, edible perennials deserve equ

    Insect Pests of Indoor Plants & Solutions(Post)

    Insect Pests of Indoor Plants & Solutions Now that the seasons are changing and the spotlight is fading off of annual plants, it's time to turn our attention to our indoor plants.. and t

    Hydrangea(Post)

    Hydrangea With their showstopping blooms and classic shape, hydrangeas are a timeless staple fit for any garden, shining as specimen plant

    Ligularia(Post)

    Ligularia (Ragwort) When planning a garden, it is important to not only keep bloom color and timing in mind, but also the value of foliage

    Jatropha(Post)

    November 9th, 2020 Jatropha This week’s plant features Jatropha Podagrica [JAT-roh-fuh pod-AG-ree-kuh] aka Buddha’s Belly, Gout Plant

    Stachys(Post)

    Stachys (Lambs' Ears/Betony) Stachys are a unique grouping of plants that, in addition to their blooms, shine in some les

    Scabiosa(Post)

    Scabiosa (Pincushion Flower) The pursuit of consistent, lasting color is one of the most enjoyable challenges to tackle in perennial garde

    Garden Pests and Diseases(Post)

    Common Pests and Diseases in the Perennial Garden Life in the garden is mostly sunshine and rainbows, but occasionally a pest or disease wi

    Fresh Picks: Exciting New Perennials in 2026(Post)

    Fresh Picks: Exciting New Perennials for 2026 As the seasons shift and we gear up for another growing year, there’s a buzz of excitement in the greenhouse as we welcome new additions to

    Tiarella(Post)

    Tiarella (Foamflower) Bringing bright blooms and lasting foliage interest to shadier spaces, Tiarella (tee-uh-RELL-uh), of the Saxifrage f

    Ask Annie- Why Aren't My Hydrangeas Blooming(Post)

    Why aren't my Hydrangeas blooming - When they are supposed to? -Emily in zone 4b Hi Emily- Sounds like you are experiencing a conundrum that has stumped many gardeners alike, especially here i