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Planning a Mix of Perennials and Bulbs

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Gabrielle

Roots, Bulbs, Corms, Rhizomes or Tubers: just think of flower bulbs, just as other plants that you choose to add to your garden. What is the purpose or purposes of your garden? A certain color, to attract certain birds, sun … Continue reading →

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Pop of Color, everywhere

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Gabrielle

My gardens are so full of foliage! There are areas all over with a little POP of color! My Iris, Allium and a few more. Allium Louisiana iris I love having my garden beds full of flowers. … Continue reading →

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The PERFECT spring

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Gabrielle

Last year it was a very wet and cold spring and summer. Spring flowers came and went so fast, with hardly any time to really appreciate them. Then this year, we had 70-80° in March! We usually don’t see those … Continue reading →

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Early spring blooms in 2012

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Gabrielle

Crocus are up! Daffodils are about 3″ tall. Many Tulips and Hyacinths poking through the ground. 🙂 Enjoying the 65-70° temperatures and getting so excited for all my flowers to bloom! After having 5″ of snow just 2 weeks ago, … Continue reading →

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Muscari a.k.a. Grape Hyacinth

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Gabrielle

A great flower bulb addition to any garden – a must have! Muscari is a short flower that is very easy to grow which typically blooms in the early to late spring depending on the species. Their lovely blooms range … 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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Spring’s Final Chapter for 2011

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Gabrielle

Last look at Tulips! My garden has been changing alot over the last month. New blooms as other blooms fade. Fuller flower beds. Each week ( for the last month) I bring home more Dahlias, Gladiolus and other bulbs to … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Beards of Iris and other beauties

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Gabrielle

Iris symbolize eloquence and deep sentiment An elegant favorite of many gardeners, the Bearded Iris are truly magnificent additions to the late spring garden. Producing multiple blooms per stem, these flowers are abundant in beauty and vibrancy. With their swordlike … Continue reading →

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Purple balls of Allium

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Gabrielle

Allium (Flowering Onion) Allium species and cultivars- most are purple .. the best color of all! 🙂 And they are hardy in zones 3-11 and do well in sun or shade! What a great addition to all gardens. I have … Continue reading →

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Fields of dreams… tulips (& types)

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Gabrielle

Tulips are probably the most well-known spring blooming bulbs. Tulips add a large spectrum of vibrant, gorgeous colors to your garden and a long bloom time if planted accordingly. Ranging from short (6”) to tall (32”), Tulips provide varying heights … Continue reading →

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