Flowers & Foliage

Are Poinsettias Poisonous To Dogs? What You Need To Know To Keep Your Pooch Safe Plant lovers often introduce seasonal color in the form of tropical bloomers like chrysanthemums, kalanchoe and poinsettias. Some are non-toxic, while others may be poisonous. Beloved as seasonal ornamentals, poinsettias are often kept as houseplants long after the holiday season ends. But if you have canine friends around you may well be wondering, are poinsettias poisonous to dogs? If they do cause problems, what kinds of symptoms should you look for? And how do you keep your pooches out of trouble? Popular as these gorgeous plants are, the myths surrounding them can be confusing and misleading. So how dangerous are they, really? Keep reading to find out about potential poinsettia poisoning in dogs. Are...

If you grow hellebore, you may have noticed an interesting phenomenon. Hellebores turning green from pink or white is unique among flowers. Hellebore blossom color change is fascinating and not perfectly understood, but it certainly makes for more visual interest in the garden.What is Hellebore?Hellebore is a group of several species that produce early blooming flowers. Some of the common names of the species indicate when they bloom, like Lenten rose, for example. In warmer climates, you’ll get hellebore flowers in December, but colder regions see them bloom in late winter to early spring.These perennials grow in low clumps, with the flowers shooting up above the foliage. They bloom hanging down on the tops of stems. The flowers look a little like roses and come in a range of colors that ...

Grow Great Blue Lobelia: Native Blue Cardinal Flowers For Butterflies And Hummingbirds Quick Facts Botanical name: Lobelia siphilitica Height: 36 inches (90cm) Spread: 18 inches (45cm) Sun: Full sun, part-shade Soil: Neutral, slightly acidic Hardiness zones: 4-9 When to plant: Spring, fall Lobelia plants like blue cardinal flowers are an attractive addition to pollinator gardens and naturalized flower beds. Large flower stalks persist from summer through fall, serving as a veritable haven for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Though most would consider this plant easy to grow, native great blue lobelia plants do have some specific needs that must be met if they are to thrive and flourish. Once you know how to grow these cardinal flowers, you’ll be r...

7 Must-Grow Flower Seeds To Start In March For A Heavenly Summer Garden Finally, March is here! The heralding of spring marks a pivotal moment for our gardens, which are beginning to awaken from their annual slumber. It’s a prime time for seed starting, and there are so many wonderful flowers you can plant this month that will fill gaps in beds and borders, and create abundant pots and hanging baskets. Growing these flowers from seed now will make substantial savings compared to buying nursery plants later in the season, and provide you with an endless choice of varieties in every color imaginable. In many regions, the weather remains too cool for planting seeds in the garden without any protection from the elements. While winter sowing seeds is possible for hardier varieties, starting...