When I moved into my first home, I inherited a lovely perennial garden from the former owner. The...
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Perennials
What’s behind all the “Plant of the Year” proclamations?
The start of a new year in gardening always generates all sorts of previews stating what’s new and...
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Early blooming perennials: 10 favorites
Come summertime, there’s no shortage of READ MORE »
Hellebores offer a welcome hint of spring
Anticipating spring can be a long, tedious wait. Often the cherry blossoms are blooming in Vancouver,...
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Asters: Perennials with a late-season punch
Asters are hands-down my favorite fall-blooming plants. These colorful, pest-resistant, and late-flowering...
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Rudbeckias: Powerhouse plants!
Rudbeckias are some of the most robust and attractive plants around. They are no-fuss plants that...
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