Daffodils are plants that have showy yellow flowers with a central crown that is shaped like a trumpet. These mostly hardy, spring-flowering plants are native to Asia, Africa, and Europe, but are cultivated all over the world. Some people dub these flowers "jonquils." In Europe, they are also known as the "Lent Lily" since they typically bloom during Lent.
Daffodils are probably one of the easiest flowers to grow. These flowers are tolerant of cold weather, but can be grown in most areas of the south as well. Since they have poison in their leaves that ward off insects, they rarely have issues with pests.
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Growing Daffodils
October 21st, 2011 Heather Duchan | FlowersGrowing Cosmos
October 12th, 2011 Anna P. | Flowers
Cosmo flowers are derived from the Asteraceae plant family, which also includes asters, sunflowers, and daisies. All of these flowers feature a round center that's surrounded petals. Cosmos come in a variety of colors, too. Want to learn how to start a garden starring these magnificent flowers? Read on!
The first step to gardening success is to decide whether these flowers can thrive in your area. Generally speaking, cosmos grow best in warm climates like those found in the southeast or southwest. The plants start from large, skinny seeds that look kind of like bugs. The cosmo doesn't require much, but they need a
The first step to gardening success is to decide whether these flowers can thrive in your area. Generally speaking, cosmos grow best in warm climates like those found in the southeast or southwest. The plants start from large, skinny seeds that look kind of like bugs. The cosmo doesn't require much, but they need a
Making Flower Water
October 4th, 2011 Dennis Mayer | Flowers
I recently stumbled over a simple at-home technique to make your own flower water, from whatever flowers you grow in your yard (or whatever petals you like to buy). While this technique is mainly used to make rose water (an important component for orgeat syrup, a cocktail ingredient), you could use it for citrus flowers (orange petals have an especially nice flavor to extract) or anything else you like.
Here's how:
Here's how:
- Gather a large pot with a lid, two dishwasher-safe bowls, a garden brick, ice, and a quantity of rose or other flower petals.
- Place the garden brick in the center of the pot, and arrange the flower petals
Hardy Bulbs: Plant Now for Spring Color
September 23rd, 2011 Heather Duchan | Flowers
Hardy bulbs are some of the first flowers to bloom in the Spring. These colorful perennials include daffodils, tulips, and lilies.
They are often used for decorative purposes in gardens and around homes, making lovely backgrounds and borders. They're also great flowers to cut for displaying indoors. Hardy bulbs require the cold temperatures of winter and time to grow roots in the soil in order to bloom in the spring.
If you'd like these beauties in your garden next spring, now is the time to get started. Fall is the best time to plant, ideally after temperatures have dropped to under 60 degrees and up to six weeks before the first
They are often used for decorative purposes in gardens and around homes, making lovely backgrounds and borders. They're also great flowers to cut for displaying indoors. Hardy bulbs require the cold temperatures of winter and time to grow roots in the soil in order to bloom in the spring.
If you'd like these beauties in your garden next spring, now is the time to get started. Fall is the best time to plant, ideally after temperatures have dropped to under 60 degrees and up to six weeks before the first
Create Your Dream Flower Garden
September 14th, 2011 Anna P. | Flowers
A flower garden is beautiful to grow, and it allows you to enjoy nature right outside your door. You can make the garden as big as you want. You could also make it as colorful as you want. It's all about customizing the garden to fit your needs and desires. Here are some questions to ask yourself before you start.
1- Figure out where to plant your flower garden.
Location is everything, as it can make or break your garden. If you live in a house with a front yard (or back yard), consider yourself lucky. If the green space you have is on the small side, you
1- Figure out where to plant your flower garden.
Location is everything, as it can make or break your garden. If you live in a house with a front yard (or back yard), consider yourself lucky. If the green space you have is on the small side, you
