Focus On Flowers
Newly situated plants need more frequent watering than established plants.
After heavy or prolonged rain, we gardeners venture outdoors and revel in how refreshed the plants look and how easily weeds can be extracted from the soil.
All had deep tap roots, or matted root systems that allowed them to survive drought, fire, wind and trampling.
Here are some perennial ideas that will add bright touches of color to your shade garden.
The Vinca minor, also known as common periwinkle, is best known for being an easy ground cover with periwinkle blue flowers in spring.
After the holidays, gardeners often seek tender bulbs that bloom indoors such as the Paper White Narcissus. They will light up our homes and hearts in winter.
Moya Andrews is a Master Gardener and a member of the Bloomington Garden Club in Bloomington, Indiana. Learn more »
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