Calochortus to Ixia – Small Rare Bulbs in Pots May 18, 2009 Calochortus uniflorus, the last of the calochortus to bloom, is also the tallest in my collection, at 14 inches. These bulbs were planted in… Continue Reading
Life Through the eyes of an Iconoclast- Josef Halda Visit May 10, 2009 This past two weeks were busy with hosting the National Primula Society national meeting, hosting two cocktail parties, and having house guests, for both… Continue Reading
The National Primrose Show May 4, 2009 Last weekend we hosted the American Primrose Society, the APS which seems to becoming an annual even for us. THis group has become a… Continue Reading
Frits and frats – Fritillaria persica April 28, 2009 Fritillaria persica A slightly less common Fritillary, Fritillaria persica is completely growable for many North American and European gardeners. The best strain apparently is… Continue Reading
Espalier Apples April 28, 2009 This weekend I planted four espaliered apples along the back of the kitchen garden, infront of the greenhouse main bluestone walk lined with boxwood…. Continue Reading
Plants by Mail – Do you get what you pay for? April 26, 2009 As we clean and prep the gardens for some garden tours next week, the greenhouse garden has never looked better. Early narcissus with pink… Continue Reading
It’s Arbor Day April 24, 2009 The best way to support the Arbor Day trend, is to make a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation. Today, in America, many are… Continue Reading
A nice, busy, spring weekend April 20, 2009 A seed-raised blue strain of Primula denticulata, the Drumstick Primrose, blooms in the woodland garden. A gardeners life revolves around the seasons, and no… Continue Reading
First Annual Muddy Boot Awards. The Top Ten Must-Have Plants April 13, 2009 1.PARDANCANDA ‘Heart of Darkness’ or ‘Bountiful Blush A plant that has been on my wish list for two years now is these extraordinary Pardancanda… Continue Reading
Happy Easter! April 13, 2009 This morning, although cold ( 24 deg. F at sunrise) I was still able to pick a bunch of early spring bulb flowers for… Continue Reading
