It’s hard to miss the cheerful yellow and contrasting black and white wing markings of male...
Author - Gayle Fisher
Ferns
Of all the plants we enjoy today in our gardens and in the wild, ferns are some of the most ancient...
Bleeding Hearts
I was sitting in a horticultural class when the person beside me said, “The one plant that I will...
Mistletoe
The name mistletoe comes from two Anglo Saxon words ‘Mistel’ (which means dung) and...
Poinsettias
If you are like me, you either buy or are given a poinsettia each year at Christmas. When I was...
Summer Phlox
I am surprised I have never written about one of my favorite plants, tall phlox. I have enjoyed...
Coral-Bells
Summertime and the living is easy. If you are looking for as easy plant to grow, try Heucheras...
Hosta
Perfect for a shade garden!
The Bearded Iris
I have been hesitant to write about the Bearded Iris (Iris). Years ago, I went to a symposium that...
Anise Sage Salvia
Outside the sunroom, I have a patch of Anise Sage (salvia guaronitica) planted. While having a cup...