You can make your own boutonnieres, otherwise known as buttonholes, for a wedding, prom or other formal event. Boutonnieres are the equivalent of a corsage for men, and are worn…
flowers
Growing flowers from seeds is a fun and economic way to transform your garden into a personal haven. No more wasted trips to the local gardening nursery only to discover…
Collect seeds from flowers by waiting until the plant is done blooming and then gather the seed pods before it starts to rain and freeze at night. Hold on to…
The standard dianthus, also known as the carnation, is a member of the larger dianthus family of flowering plants, which also includes pinks and Sweet Williams. Carnations are often sold…
Poppies are vibrant flowers with distinct black centres and papery petals. They are a member of the Papaver family of flowers. Poppies grow in a wide variety of colours, including…
Poppies comes is a variety of different types. Their scientific name is Papaveraceae, ranging from the golden California poppy to the more common Oriental poppies in red, orange, pink and white with…
Poppies are versatile, show-stopping plants that include several varieties, from the big, bold Oriental poppy, which can grow as tall as 4 feet, to the demure Alpine poppy, topping out…
The clematis flower is perfect for a beautiful trellis built in your lawn area. These prolific climbers come in a wide variety of colors and range in height from six…
Climbing clematis vines have three requirements, sunlight for the vines, shade for their roots and a support that they can climb up. Clematis supports must be sturdy enough to hold…
Create a buzz-worthy garden by selecting a variety of flowering annuals, perennials, herbs and trees to attract and feed honey bees in your garden. For best results, select several types…