Lysimachia plant (Centunculus L) is one of those plants that will almost survive – indeed thrive – in any garden situation. Put this plant in a damp garden, and it will…

The Lathyrus or perennial sweet pea family is a good plant for rough places. I’ve seen it well established in ditches out in the country and equally at home in…

Arctic iris or the dwarf Iris setosa var arctica is one of those delightful dwarf iris that belong in almost every rock garden or tough spot to grow something in. This species…

As a gardener and garden writer, I sometimes have a problem with familiar names like butterfly iris. Now before you go accusing me of being elitist – let me give…

Growing Japanese iris (Iris ensata) in a domestic setting necessitates the precise amalgamation of multiple key factors, each bearing significance in achieving optimal outcomes. By astutely orchestrating this harmonious convergence,…

Irises are one of the most beautiful and versatile flowers you can grow in your garden. They come in a dazzling array of colors, shapes, and sizes, and they can…

The Hemerocallis (aka daylilies) family are one of my garden stalwarts. I have newer hybrids scattered throughout my garden because they survive almost any soil and winter condition. Here are…

Do you remember stories from your parents that started that way? You know the ones I mean. In the old days, we had to walk to school. Usually through blinding…

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a small-flowering native North American plant. Found throughout the western US, it is an attractive small poppy-like flower. Having said that, it can become very…