Brian Athens holds a degree in Horticulture, but his love for flowers and plants goes long back to his childhood when he saw his mother planting various blooms in their backyard. It motivated him to read about the different flowers and the ways and means to help them blossom to their best. Further, his degree in the subject only made him an expert in the domain. Courtesy of his decade of experience and knowledge in the field, he is well-versed in all aspects of gardening.
Hellebores are not very demanding when it comes to caring for them ©fitopardo/Tetsuo Wada/Ali Majdfar/gettyimages Hellebores are flowers that bloom in early spring, typically from February to May. They are also known as Lenten roses because they often bloom around the time of Lent. Hellebores thrive in moisture-retentive soil that is rich in […]
Always use a sharp tool and prune it during the late winter or early spring Photos from Japan, Asia and othe of the world/gettyimages Seeds take time mature into plants, but baby plants from nursery bloom soon in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade For most ornamental gardens, winter blooming can be beneficial. […]
Always use a sharp tool and prune it during the late winter or early spring Yana Tatevosian/gettyimages Most Hellebore varieties are evergreen, provided you grow them in the zones where they can survive. So, the last year’s development is still hanging onto the tree when the growth shows. At times, this may be unsightly, […]
Plant these beauties from autumn through spring in well-drained soil Jacky Parker Photography/ Westend61/ Jasenka Arbanas/gettyimages Hellebores are low-maintenance, easy to grow, and very undemanding. Botanically called the Helleborus, these belong to the Ranunculaceae family and are cold-weather flowering plants that look ravishing from January to March. Quite distinguishably, even when the seeds of […]
Considering the hybrids and cultivars, there are around twenty types of hellebores Katrin Ray Shumakov/Jasenka Arbanas/fitopardo/Jacky Parker Photography/gettyimages Hellebore is the common name associated with various plant species belonging to the Helleborus genus from the Ranunculaceae family. It also comprises anemone, delphinium, and monkshood. There are about twenty types of hellebores, but you can find multiple sub-species and […]
Enjoy their wonderous beauty after late May in warm climates and late July in colder ones We have established the fact that crepe myrtles have beautiful blooms. Today we are going to find out when do crepe myrtles bloom. Though they beautify your lawns in mid-May if you live in a hotter zone, it is not […]
Rich acidic soil, partial shade, and timely taking care of pests goes a long way when it comes to camellia care Masahiro Makino/Nakano Masahiro/gettyimages Camellias are popular as specimen and foundation plants. These plants will surely bring a splash of color to your garden, even in the darkest and gloomiest winters. When considering these […]
A guide on when, where, and how to plant snowdrops & care for them Matt Champlin/Anatoliy Eremin/gettyimages As is apparent, Snowdrops are heralded as the first sign of spring. They can grow in moderate and cold winters but do not appreciate the warm winters. So, if you live in Florida, Southern California, or any […]
Learn about the main true varieties and its hybrid cultivars Firdausiah Mamat/Jackie Bale/Margaret Whittaker/mikroman6/gettyimages There are several varieties of snowdrops, and courtesy of their distinct ornamental value and ethereal beauty, snowdrops are one of the most recognizable flowers to many. Hence, they are every gardener’s delight, and their aesthetic appearance and breathtaking appeal make them likable. […]
A typically slow growing plant with some quick growing varieties Insung Jeon/Masahiro Makino/gettyimages Camellias can give your garden a gorgeous magical look. The cheerful Camellias are long-lived evergreen shrub plants. Among these, the Japanese Camellias, also known as Camellia Japonica, is everyone’s favorite. These brilliant flowers are even selected as Alabama’s state flower. These […]
