And the winner is, Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’ for the Perennial Plant Association Perennial of the Year! Known as Siberian bugloss by many longtime gardeners, Brunnera macrophylla is a hardy ...
Season endings are always poignant, though we are lucky in gardens today. This is the time of effulgence: in foliage, brilliant light and new sightings. The most effulgent plant of all might be ...
Here is how the selection works: Every year, PPA members -- there are about 1,200 -- nominate a plant they think should get the nod. This year, about 400 perennials were nominated, says Still. A PPA ...
This shrub’s flowers are unforgettable, especially with a background of dark green conifers. Bit it’s thirsty in summer, so have the watering can ready. What: Once you see the flowers of Hydrangea ...
Something about big flowers and foliage is so enticing to me. The first time I saw Magnolia macrophylla was at a botanical garden in Kentucky, and I was totally taken aback by the gargantuan leaves ...
The colour of the flowers changes depending on soil pH. You can experiment with various hues based on the soil’s acidity or alkalinity It thrives in pots, making it suitable for container gardening, ...