We did, however, grow some wonderful plants in the hills of New York state. As you have probably gathered, we did not have much money. She circled picture after picture, knowing that there was not money for many seeds.
Finally, it culminates when the gardener opens the box and sees the quality and size of the plants. Also a PlantScout participant, GC has been attracting new customers directly from Dave's Garden.
In the midst of all this gray and white, there is one bright spot: the colorful catalogs that fill my mailbox every day! I can almost feel the warmth emanating from their sun-filled pages, and I can't wait to curl up on the sofa with my latest catalog...
Then I go through the catalogs and have columns for which companies carry the seeds (I rarely order plants I'm looking for.) At the same time, I may take this list and visit the local nurseries and farm stores that carry these seeds, as well.
Seeds can be cleaned by shaking them through a sieve or with a machine that blows air on them.To reduce the moisture content of the seeds, collectors dry them in a temperature- and humidity-controlled room.
I keep treasures, and if I forget they are there for a couple dozen years, it's only because I haven't needed them yet. Your imagination is your only limit!Becky is the owner of a fast growing business whose slogan is: "Creating the WOW FACTOR with decorative...
Click on the category link to see the rank-ordered list of every company in the category. The Garden Watchdog has always honored the "top" companies in our directory. While it is important to warn others of an unhappy transaction, many prople also want...
A popular mantra states that one should not give up on a plant unless he or she has killed it at least three times. So I stared at it, talked to it - even in Japanese, and waited. Eventually you get busted.
Luckily, there are a couple of excellent collections of vintage seedcatalogs online. Seed catalog companies catered to these pioneer farmers' needs and in many cases, created the need.
They may not have the volume of sales that would place them in the Top 30, but they are beloved businesses with many loyal customers. Please remember to report your experiences this year as the gardening season gears up.
I don't only buy those forms, but they are what seem to catch my eye.”It was those words that started me thinking about why we love daylilies. The play of yellow and purple in the flowers makes this one of the most stunning daylilies.Sabine Baur –...
Orange You Beautiful? The quest goes on with the rose breeders. (Note: I did not have the proper permissions to use the picture of 'Ruby Celebration' indicated in the quote. So you can can stop your search for black tulips as well.I think by now we can...
Along the way I have learned a few lessons and enjoyed the excitement of finding a new box of plants on my doorstep--like Christmas all over again! The following article includes some of my experiences and suggestions concerning ordering succulents and...
Nowhere to file them? Here is an example: CIS123LHOFBNDMW, also see International Code Of Botanical Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants [Utrecht 1958].Don't forget your pens, scissors, and pencils with erasers (that you won't mind the tops chewed off).Some...
Remember to look up retailers in the(or browse by the Plants:Iris category). I shamelessly eavesdrop, too.If somebody's discussing the best reblooming varieties or their favorite miniatures, you can bet my ears will prick up.
I hope I have inspired you to seek out and plan some plant shopping trips to get you through the winter humdrums and be well prepared for spring.Since none of us is made of money, it will behoove us to plan ahead, budget, and equalize our eyes with our...
Furthermore, their self cleaning characteristic means that no deadheading is needed. You can hardly go wrong, especially if what you want is a bed of bright yellow, non-stop flowers throughout the long, hot summer.
A salad bowl filled with nothing but lettuce even a variety of lettuces - is like a monochrome picture or a chorus without harmony. It is very cold-hardy and can overwinter in many zones.[Rumex sanguineus] is a new variety bred particularly for salads...
Are you ready to turn your thoughts to this year's garden? Bolting and tipburn resistant with superior flavor, not bitter.Fedco and Johnny's Selected Seeds both offer organic seeds.Another heat-tolerant full-sized Romaine with dark green leaves.This one...
Refrigeration of roots at just above freezing is method used by commercial seed growers of biennial root crops, because it preserves their quality and subjects them to an extended cold period.
Remain Vigilant With the ground cleared it's important to act quickly to remove any resurfacing weeds. We'd love to hear your stories – please do drop us a comment below. To outwit weeds you'll need to wage a concerted campaign on several fronts, but...
If you're unable to do this, do be aware that fresh grass clippings may root into the soil and contain grass seeds. Consider them an additional ‘harvest' that will contribute to your garden's overall productivity.
Plants and stone always look great together, so it is often a top choice for hillside beds less than 18 inches (45cm) high. You can now play with various bed designs and materials, using your drawing as a planning tool.
Worth going for, don't you think? Deadhead Bed for Flowers and Herbs As you clean up after tired flowers and herbs, you will encounter mature seeds. By the time planting day comes, the soil will be as crumbly as chocolate cake.
Alternatively, assuming your back's up to it and you're feeling strong, you could yank at the central stem to tear some (but not all!) of the roots – just enough to reduce the volume of moisture reaching the plant and to create artificially dry conditions.
Do this in early summer while fruits are still small and can be pinched out with your thumb and forefinger. Do any branches point inwards, cross over each other or look like they'll cross in the future?
They're incredibly easy to make and they can look just stunning. Again, a pair of gloves will come in handy for this. Lay them out onto your trays and set them to dry. The thin walls of the fruits make them quick and easy to dehydrate, ensuring a ready...
