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Naturalizing or Multiplying Plants are the Bomb!

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Gabrielle

Who doesn’t like a good deal or great value? If you know me at all, you know that I am about as frugal as they come! That is why plants (particularly flowers) that naturalize are the bomb! (That slang term … Continue reading →

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What makes Lilies a garden favorite

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Gabrielle

Lilies can be a symbol of purity, refined beauty and nurturing. Asiatic Lilies, Oriental Lilies, Pixie Lilies, LA Hybrid Lilies, Double Lilies…. All are wonderful additions to perennial gardens of all shapes and sizes. They perennialize and naturalize, meaning they … Continue reading →

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Daffodils – THE Spring-Blooming Flower

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Gabrielle

Daffodils are a welcome sight in spring! All of them are deer and pest resistant, extremely cold hardy, and naturalize well. Some are even slightly frangrant. And you are not limited to just the basic yellow daffodils – there are … Continue reading →

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Snowdrop Dreams

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Gabrielle

Galanthus bulbs are most commonly known as Snowdrops or Garden Snowdrops. They are among the first signs that winter is almost gone and spring is on its way! They are very early blooming, often appearing even while the snow is … Continue reading →

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The Dirt on Crocus’

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Gabrielle

One of the first signs of spring, Crocus bulbs (properly called corms) bloom very early in spring sometimes when there is still snow on the ground! They provide great bursts of color in partial shade to full sun areas. These short … Continue reading →

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