Pretty soon, it will be time for our houseplants to leave their outdoor summer setting to return indoors. It’s best to bring houseplants indoors in early September, before ...
Archives for August 2016
A begonia for every situation
Begonias are an under appreciated plant. There are so many types, forms and sizes that there’s one for every pot of annuals or in-ground planting scheme. Some thrive, even flower, ...
Sit back and enjoy the evening garden with a cocktail
The dog days of summer are upon us and what better way to enjoy this little bit of leisure time than with a cocktail in the garden. First up, set the stage for the evening, said ...
Eye-catching new plants to try
A few weeks ago, I made my annual trek to Cultivate, the country’s largest horticulture trade show in Columbus, Ohio. It’s where about 10,000 people go to see new plants, pots, ...