The delphiniums and snapdragons are still blooming well, but the foxgloves and poppies are toast and have been pulled to make room for the ‘Indian Summer’ rudbeckia, ‘Mystic Spires’ salvia, and Profusion zinnias to fill out. These three plants will be the foundation of my summer flower garden.
Nothing compares to the fragrance and beauty of sweet peas. But many people think that they are hard to grow in North Texas. Keep reading to learn the techniques used by generations of North Texas gardeners to grow bountiful bouquets of sweet peas every spring. What are Sweet Peas? Sweet…
No cottage flower garden is complete without the beauty and elegance of foxgloves. But is it possible to grow foxglove successfully in our brutal North Texas heat? Good news: yes, it is. Once you understand what foxgloves need and how to troubleshoot common problems, you’ll be able to recreate the quintessential English cutting garden in your own backyard.
Cosmos are quintessential cottage garden flowers that thrive in our hot North Texas summers. Here is a quick guide to growing cosmos in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Imagine coming home every day to a house filled with fresh flowers. Even better, imagine the feeling of knowing that all those fresh flowers came from your own backyard.
Good news: That dream can easily become a reality, even in our challenging North Texas climate. All you need is a bit of preparation and the right kind of flowers. That’s why I pulled together this list for you.
Butterflies add beauty and interest to our gardens, but making an effort to attract them also helps to protect a species threatened by climate change and global habitat destruction.
