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How to Grow Gladioli

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Mar 11, 2019

Undeniably one of the summer’s most outstanding plants, gladiolus - sometimes called the sword lily for its sensational sword-like leaves - has tall sword-like leaves coated with big, beautiful flowers. More commonly known as glads, they come in a wide variety of colors and sizes, so finding the fit that is just right for you is simple. How to Plant Glads Glads should be planted in spring two weeks prior to your last expected frost date. Choose a spot in the garden with full sun and well-draining, slightly sandy soil. To get planting, start by loosening the soil...

Planting Dahlias: When, Where, and How Deep

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Feb 18, 2019

While they may not be my favorite plants, dahlias are certainly pretty high on the list, right behind daffodils, lilies, and chamillias. They’re undeniably beautiful, they’re great for sharing, and they come in a rainbow of colors - of course, with the exception of blue, like tulips. They’re also fairly easy to care for, making them an excellent addition for any spring garden.

When to Plant Bulbs

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Feb 12, 2019

After a long, harsh winter, there are very few things we look forward to more than the first signs of fresh life poking through our soil in spring. These jolly green sprouts usher in the warmer temperatures, and continue to do so throughout the season, in the depths of summer heat, right up until the arrival of autumn. However, in order to put on their spectacular season-long show, their planting must be as well-timed as the punchline of a joke.

Hippeastrum

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Oct 30, 2018

Hippeastrum By: Brent and Becky How to Grow Hippeastrum Hippeastrums for the Holidays In the world of Christmas gifting with plants, few flowers are quite as beloved as heavenly hippeastrums. Known for their unbelievably beautiful, star-shaped blooms that come in a rainbow of beautiful colors and patterns, they brilliantly burst into life when the weather is cold. Not to mention, unlike gift cards, they last for years, making them perfect for showing your loved ones how much you care. How to Grow Hippeastrum Growing the best hippeastrum starts with picking the best bulb. When picking one out - whether for...

Growing Lilies

Posted by Brent & Becky's Admin on Apr 24, 2018

Very few flowers are as ubiquitously popular as the lily. They appear everywhere, in great number, in garden centers and backyards every spring season. They have also been heavily featured in ancient tradition and even religious texts.