Russian Sage, with it’s graceful arching purple branches, and lacy silver green foliage, has always been a favourite in our garden. While it comes with a few learning curves, once you know how to grow it you may be surprised at just how easy it is to care for. Learn how to grow Russian Sage,…
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How To Grow Foxglove From Seed
Growing foxglove from seed is one of the easiest ways to propagate this beautiful plant for your garden. Foxgloves are reminiscent of an English country garden with their striking spears of beautiful blooms in the palest of palettes. Learn how to grow foxglove from seed, to bring this magical plant into your garden! Foxglove, also…
How To Grow Goat’s Beard In The Garden
Goat’s Beard is an easy to grow herbaceous perennial, with an interesting airy bloom. Similar in appearance to Astilbe, which is known as False Goat’s Beard, true Goat’s Beard grows much bigger and taller if growing the species plant. Learn how to grow Goat’s Beard to enjoy this spectacular plant in your own garden! Goat’s…
How To Grow Hardy Annuals In The Garden
Hardy annuals are staples in our cut flower garden. They are the perfect flowers to start early in the season, as they can tolerate both cool temperatures and even some frost. They are some of the first flowers to get planted out in spring, and can even be fall planted in milder zones. Learn how…
How To Grow Larkspur In The Garden
Larkspur, a cousin to the perennial Delphinium, offers that same English country garden appeal in a more compact flower. The spike-shaped flower is the perfect size to slip into bouquets for that wild flower look that we love so much at the farm. Learn how to grow Larkspur, a hardy annual flower that will bring…
How To Grow Sea Holly- Eryngium
My first Sea Holly plant grew in gravel on the south side of our house, self seeded from a bird feeder placed above. I watched this interesting plant grow throughout the summer, and almost magically turn from green to a brilliant blue . From then on I was hooked, and have grown these plants ever…
Growing Forget Me Nots In The Garden
Every year when the kids were young they would pick tiny posies from the garden. One of the most popular flowers were the tiny blue Forget-me-nots, mixed in with a handful of Buttercups! They learned all about the joy of giving flowers, and received a little gardening lesson to boot. Growing Forget me nots in…
How To Grow Bachelor Buttons
Bachelor Buttons are the most adorable little pinwheels of blue. They are reminiscent of an English country garden, and are a must in our own cut flower garden. These romantic flowers are available in both an annual and perennial form. Learn how to grow Bachelor Buttons, to have them in your own garden to enjoy…
How To Grow Amaranth In The Garden
Amaranth is a stunning cut flower, and adds amazing visual interest to any bouquet. However there is so much more to Amaranth than it’s beauty. It is also an ancient grain with many valuable nutritional benefits. Learn how to grow Amaranth in the garden, and enjoy the multitude of benefits that this plant can offer….
How To Harden Off Seedlings Before Transplanting
Hardening off is an important process for seedlings of all types grown indoors. Hardening off acclimatizes the tender seedlings slowly to the natural elements in the outdoor environment. This step is essential for new seedlings grown indoors or in any protected environment, and will help reduce stress to the plant during the transplanting process. Learn…