Have you ever seen drifts of beautiful lupines growing along highways and roadways in late spring? Here in Nova Scotia we are blessed with a beautiful show of late spring lupines, growing wild in ditches and meadows, decorating our landscapes with a wildflower palette of soft pinks, purples, and yellows. Have you ever wanted to…
A spectacular cut flower, the zinnia has a special place in our cut flower garden. Not only is it easy to grow, it comes in a wide array of colors and varieties, making it a versatile flower for arrangements and bouquets. Let’s look at some tips for growing great zinnias for cut flowers. Do Zinnias…
There are many different rudbeckia varieties. Here in our garden we grow five different types, all with their own unique characteristics and beauty. Let me share them with you! Rudbeckia, often referred to as Black Eyed Susans, has always been a favourite plant in our perennial garden. We always grew the more traditional yellow rudbeckia,…
