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In the simplest terms, a perennial is a plant that lives for at least 3 or more years. We usually use this term to describe herbaceous perennials when talking about gardens. Trees and shrubs last for many years too of course, but these are woody plants. The life span of a perennial varies quite a [...]
By mid-November many of us put away the lawnmower and grudgingly bring the snow shovels out of storage. But hard core gardeners know some of the best stuff happens in winter. Here are just three ideas to keep your garden interesting even through the coldest months. 1. Use Evergreen Foliage We all know about Spruce, [...]
If you love the idea of starting a wide range of your own perennials from seed, be prepared to do a bit of searching for some of the more rare and unusual types. A good starting point is your local Heritage Perennials Dealer. Garden centers generally bring in a fresh stock of packaged seeds in [...]
Surely spring is the busiest season of the year for the avid perennial gardener. Fortunately, most of us have been cooped up indoors all winter and are anxious to get outside anyhow, and the cool but pleasant spring weather beckons to our gardening spirit! Is it time yet? The dead tops of perennials that have [...]
One of the most rewarding aspects of perennial gardening is the fact that most plants actually increase in size over the years. After a time, some of your perennials are going to benefit from being divided, and in most cases spring is a terrific time to go about this task. We divide perennials for [...]
PLANTING STEPS (a) After preparing soil, dig a hole deep enough to hold root ball. (b) Remove the pot, break up root ball if root-bound. (c) Place root in the hole, fill with water. (d) Refill with soil. Root ball should be slightly below soil surface. (e) Water a second time. 1. CHOOSING PERENNIALS When [...]
There is something special about watching a butterfly flit from flower to flower and by selecting the right plants and providing a couple of key things, you can attract these gossamer guests into your garden. Find a bright, sheltered corner to tuck this garden into and provide a small water feature such as a bird [...]
With the way our subdivisions are set up, many home owners struggle with a narrow strip of ‘no man’s land’ between neighbouring properties. Instead of simply turfing the area, make a statement with a colourful perennial border. If the space available on your own property is less than 2’ wide, have a chat with your [...]
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