Buddleia aka Butterfly Bush for Pollinators According to the National Wildlife Federation, pollinators are responsible for one of every three bites of food that we eat. We can help pollinators by planting native and non-invasive plants that produce both pollen and nectar to attract not just bees and butterflies, but also hummingbirds, small mammals, bats, …
History of Hanging Gardens Legend says these tiered gardens of trees shrubs and vines resembled a sloping mountain landscape. Many believe that the Hanging Gardens of Babylon are the inspiration behind the modern-day hanging basket. The story goes, King Nebuchadnezzar built the gardens some 3000 years ago to cheer his homesick wife who originated from …
(Image above: Peggy Martin with Peggy Martin Rose/Katrina Rose – Photo Peggy Martin) 2023 LSU AgCenter SuperPlants Blue Daze (Evolvulus)/Dwarf Morning glory is a low-growing, shrubby bedding plant that loves summer heat and sun. Neither insects nor diseases bother this plant, whose grayish foliage and clear, blue flowers add a cool note to the garden. …
Image above: Freeze-damaged window box after update Garden Solutions for Freeze Damaged Container Gardens and Outdoor Arrangements It can be difficult to keep our containers and plantings looking their best due to our extreme weather. I came across an idea from Creekside Gardens on YouTube. The gardener used readily available evergreen plant materials from her …
Tulips and Daffodil Container Planting If you’ve already refrigerated your tulips and hyacinths, it’s time to plant them. If you have not refrigerated these bulbs, it’s too late. Late December to early January is the ideal time after they’ve been refrigerated for about 6 to 8 weeks (in a paper or mesh bag) in the …
