Thinking about growing sunflowers from seed in your garden this summer? This easy-to-follow guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from picking the right kinds of sunflowers to planting, caring for them, and even harvesting. There’s just something about sunflowers that feels like pure summer. Their tall stems and bright, happy faces…
Do you know all the ins and outs of transplanting flower seedlings to the garden? This beginning gardener’s guide will share everything you need about safely transplanting your young plants to the cut flower garden, including the timing and how-to tips. There’s nothing more rewarding than the journey of growing tiny seeds that eventually become…
Do you want to add a pop of color to your garden and bring fresh flowers into your home? Growing a cut flower garden will give you both. Whether you’re a new gardener or have a green thumb, these easy tips will help you maintain a healthy and thriving cut flower garden. If you’re reading…
Did you know your overwintering plants and young seedlings must acclimate to the outdoor elements before planting them in the garden? Follow along as I walk you through the hardening-off process of your seedlings and plants before transplanting them outside. Hardening off indoor plants is the transition period from a controlled environment to harsh outdoor…
Did you know that dividing your dahlia tubers every year has many benefits? I’ll show you my process for dividing dahlia tubers in the spring and explain the advantages of splitting these dahlia root clumps annually. Dividing your dahlia bulbs every year is essential to get the most beautiful flowers and best results from your…
Have you ever thought about growing gorgeous snapdragon flowers from seed in your garden? In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything, from sowing and germinating your seeds indoors to transplanting them into your garden and enjoying a season of brilliant blooms. Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) were one of the first summer cut flowers I found…