One of my greatest discoveries as a gardener was the Solomon's Seal hidden in our very own property. Did I mention that when we first bought our property, it really was an impenetrable jungle of Autumn olives, invasive honeysuckles and floribunda roses. We literally had to ask the seller’s permission to whack a few paths ...
Read More | Perennials ForeverOctober 2, 2017: I can count on my New England aster to stand strong through the early fall days as the seasons change. Yesterday, the heat broke and with it, the humidity. My mom used to say that Spring and Fall were the only reasons to live in Southern Indiana, but they only lasted two days ...
Read More | Perennials ForeverGo figure! It sounds like something my little brother would have called me, back in the day! However, it’s a plant’s name, not an insult. The scientific name is “Chelone obliqua”, but the common name is “turtlehead”. Someone must have had a great imagination! I’ve also seen it called “twisted shell flower” by the Royal ...
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