Annual Garden Flowers

Thank you to htop for the image.Larkspur has wonderful blue, purple, and white flower spikes that crown the garden in early spring. Thank you to Chamma for the image.This is the plant that, when it starts in the garden, will not stop for time to come.

In 2011 voting began on May 13 and was extended (because the trial gardens were all still looking good) past the original end date at the end of August until the end of September! Will that happen this year?

Grow wishbone flower in partial to full shade. Wishbone flower prefers fertile soil, so add a bit of high potassium fertilizer every month or so to encourage abundant flowers. Do not cover, as light is needed for germination.Torenia is attractive planted...

Here is just a sampling:Food: Oil for salads and baking, roasted seeds, flour, mealTextiles: Clothing, sports gear, canvas, household utility clothsToiletries: Soaps, shampoo, lotions, lipstick, sunscreen, massage oilsHousehold: Cordage, candles, rugs,...

Keeping old blossoms and seed pods picked off is one way you can keep their time from coming. You dig little holes for your little plants, maybe fertilize a bit, and water when dry.

And I'm here to teach you what I learned.Calibrachoa are a terrific choice for containers, my favorite way to garden, as you know. The jury is still out, but stay tuned to Dave's Garden for the latest news in flower gardening!

These cheap plants might be labeled and left in their display area, especially if there is a large quantity offered, or they may be moved to a separate rack.I often find the rejects at the back of the outdoor garden department or greenhouse.of checking...

Research concerning cornflower's medicinal value indicates that it may have some effect as an astringent, or a substance that causes contraction of tissues and thus stops bleeding.

Fortunately, (or unfortunately, however you look at it) you could have a specialized habit of collecting green daylilies within your bigger addiction! Daylily greens seem less predictable and range from pale yellow to shocking green throats.

This plant is a good choice if you have a problem with deer or rabbits, since neither animal is likely to bother it.Sow the seeds outdoors after all danger of frost. It does best in areas with warm, mild summers, and will not fare as well if exposed to...

The beautiful down-facing bloom is mahogany colored in the center which changes to limey-green toward the outside as the petals turn upward(4).This beauty, also known as Corsican Rose, blooms large heads of pale green, dainty flowers in late winter and...

This dwarf daffodil, only four to six inches high, is a mid-spring bloomer.The vast majority of tulips produce blooms in shades of white, pink, red, orange, yellow, and purple. Known colloquially as lady's mantle for the unusual shape of its leaves, this...

You must toss it aside and quickly pick another one.As an adult, I still can't go past a stand of daisies without thinking of my mom and, if possible, picking some for her. Next to dandelions, they may be the flower most often picked "for Mommy."I can...

In the case of annuals, you can create wave after wave of bloom all season long.For some perennials, removing deadheads every few days during the plant's blooming season is sufficient.

So I only enjoyed the blooms and then pulled it out.Starting September, asters are taking over, then the daisy-like mums in October.April was the only month without daisy-like blooms, but this spring I had it covered because I had lots of real daisies...

In the world of edible salad herbs alone, there are at least 20 species that contain the name "Rocket," from Corn Rocket to Prairie Rocket, to Sea Rocket, to Wild Rocket.If you're looking for something unusual to do with one of your flower beds, why not...

See the link section at the end for a Dave's Garden article to help you choose the perfect message with your plants.Create your own wedding invitations and programs from handmade paper (with embedded seeds).

Many plants are delightful. Does anyone remember the punch cards used to program computers in the early 1970s? I had to look twice to be sure these were not plastic hummers glued onto the plant.

None of these are made up; these are all real plants and are listed in. Each orange petal is furry, like a lion's tail. These look like Christmas ornaments.This unusual seed pod looks like green butterfly; it...It is true; I laughed out loud.

Planting all three colors in one container will make a lovely red, white and blue statement. You can always spray paint it the color you would like it to be. Have you driven through your town and seen all the wonderful red, white and blue gardens at the...

To be honest, I didn't care too much. The rest of our afternoon was devoted to, gawking, dodging street vendors and weaving through masses of cars and people on narrow streets in search of the Trevi Fountain.is now a parklike setting containing ancient...

For instance, my favorite tulip this spring was a recently introduced double Japanese type called 'Akebono'.I loved everything about it, including the pale yellow--flushed with rose--color, the thin red edge, even the curly green cowlicks at the base...

Eventually reaching 15 to 20 feet long! The day before first exhibition day in April (this year it was March 30) the 12-inch terra cotta pots cing the long vines are ever-so-carefully carried into the museum's third floor gallery on a Monday, when the...

Have you visited the plant life at your local zoo? For your convenience, there is a number under each plant so you can post threads about any plant in particular. It is your turn. Welcome to a plant lover's puzzle! Here are 42 plant pictures without a...

Be sure to include these in your plant's diet, usually with some type of "all-purpose"Should you use moisture-retaining crystals? You may have a favorite plant with particular light or heat requirements that can't otherwise be met.

They are not only the most cultivated plant in the floriculture industry worldwide, but carnations are the bright and cheery symbol of January birthdays. The Narcissus, when gifted, is a symbol that the recipient is sweet.

Edible flowers add a unique taste to various dishes. Go out to your flower garden, you may have just what you need, right under your nose. Place in a container with white vinegar or into safflower or canola oil.