by Marde Ross | Apr 21, 2012 | Peonies
In mid-April, as the last of the late tulips finished, the earliest peonies began to bloom in my garden. The very earliest are the coral varieties, Coral Charm and Coral Supreme, both semi-doubles. In addition, I found a light pink and white rogue in a hedge which I...
by Marde Ross | Apr 10, 2012 | Tulips
These tulips below are tall and blooming late. There is another late parrot tulip, Blue Parrot, to add to this group but it was not planted this year. Temple of Beauty Tulip Fantasy Parrot Tulip Sorbet Tulip Single – Late Variety Blushing Beauty Tulip –...
by Marde Ross | Apr 4, 2012 | Other Bulbs for Warm Climates
Lily of the Valley is one of the most fragrant and memorable of spring flowers. You can see people carrying bouquets of them in Europe on May 1st to celebrate the season. brides also carry them in their bouquets, and they are for sale in florist’s shops for very...
by Marde Ross | Mar 26, 2012 | Other Bulbs for Warm Climates
Muscari or Grape Hyacinth, is a small bulb but perennial and suitable for planting around shrubs, roses, peonies and in other ground cover situation. It is also a beautiful addition to pots of bulbs or with plants that will not obscure it. Naturalizes and self sows...
by Marde Ross | Mar 25, 2012 | Other Bulbs for Warm Climates
Freesias! How we love them and their rich fragrance. The colors of the hybrids cover the spectrum and come in single and double forms. The Heirloom freesias that I have planted in large pots have been in bloom now for 3 weeks and are still going strong. They are a...
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