One of the most unique flowers that I remember my mother growing in her garden when I was a child is the balloon flower. I remember “popping” the blooms to…
Named for their commonly bell-shaped blooms or saucer-shaped blooms, there are literally hundreds of types of bellflowers. They are most commonly seen in shades of blue and purple and are…
Often called larkspur, this flower is easy to grow in zones 3 to 7. There are over 300 types available, so you can easily find one or more that you…
Alyssum is the perfect ground cover for any garden, and there are several different variations that you can select from. Most variations have tiny blooms and a sweet scent that…
Hollyhocks originated in Asia and the area around the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. These stately beauties belong to the Mallow (Malvaceae) family, which includes an unbelievable 1500 different species out of which 27 genera are…
The hibiscus is a stunning plant that is native to subtropical and tropical regions, and is revered for its large, brightly colored blooms. So, when your hibiscus fails to produce…
Geraniums are stunning plants with brightly colored blooms that sit atop a stalk. They are a common sight in flowerbeds, but can also be grown as an indoor plant. In…
Planting zinnias in your garden is a delightful way to add bursts of color throughout the summer. When the flowers begin to fade, you might wonder how you can enjoy…
Growing flowering vines in your garden is a great way to save on space, not to mention they offer much-needed shade and privacy. Most flowering vines are easy to grow,…
Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.
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