Round leaf, Apple, Hairy or Horse, Middlesex, or Spearmint and Bergamot,to name but a few of the many species of mint that are used today. Mint is one of the oldest herbs and comes from around the Mediterranean area, however the plant has been found everywhere expect the Poles. As far as I know there […]
Category Archives: Perennial Garden
New perennials and shrubs combine in this video to create a garden with lots of texture, color and interest. The plants in this video are: Leading Lady Plum Monarda : ‘Wizard of Ahhs’ Veronica : Amazing Daisies Banana Cream Leucanthemum : Summer Wine Black Ninebark : Anna’s Magic Ball Arborvitae : While You Are Here, […]
Most homeowners are looking for ways to reduce the amount of time and money expended on the garden. The demand for a garden that is low in its maintenance requirements is one of the first things the designer or garden contractor tends to hear from prospective clients. Yet on the other hand, most people associate […]
Preparing for the Winter Months: Gardening in October When you feel that first solid bite in the breeze and you see the songbirds winging their way south, and the trees are bursting with fire-laden hues, you know you can’t be spending the weekend curled up by the fireplace with a good book. Not for long. […]
Strawberries are possibly the most irresistible and beautiful fruits. Everything about them be it color, texture or flavor is appealing which is why many people love growing strawberries in their home garden. Strawberries are really diverse fruits and are used in many mouth-watering preparations like cakes, jams, jellies, tarts, ice- creams, etc. You can try […]
Susie Bachman West, of Bachman’s, joined the Mid-Morning crew to talk about perennials and extending your garden’s color into the fall (3:30). WCCO Mid-Morning – Aug. 4, 2016
A Shade Loving, Early Blooming Perennial Through the years a variety of plants have come to be called “Christmas Rose”; they are all steeped in a legend that dates back centuries. Most frequently, the plant Americans associate with the Christmas Rose legend is the hellebore. In late winter the first plants to bloom in my […]
Gardening for a greener, healthier and more habitable America is one of the causes promoted by the National Gardening Association. The organization is encouraging everyone to pursue gardening as a job or hobby. You can do it, too, if you know how to start your own garden. However, you need to consider a few things […]
Perennials and flowering shrubs do best when added to the garden in fall. The cooler weather, and extra moisture helps the plants settle in and begin to develop roots for spring. So if you have a corner of the yard that needs a makeover, now might be the time to do it! A great alternative […]
Homeowners thinking about landscaping this spring have heard the many phrases about “home”. It’s where the heart is, it’s the castle, and it’s sweet. We agree with them all, with the exception of one – there’s no need for it to be ever so humble. Thoughtful landscaping will add color, warmth and texture to the […]