Known for its gorgeous pink double-blossoms, the Kwanzan Cherry Tree is one of the most stunning trees to plant in your yard or garden. Also known as the Japanese Flowering Cherry, this tree’s beautiful carnation-like flowers make quite the showpieces from April through May. This is a tree with a remarkable history and one that…
Variegated Soloman Seal (Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’) is a shade-loving perennial that grows 2-3 feet tall, slowly spreading through a garden by underground roots called rhizomes. Beautiful arching stems are covered with fragrant white blooms (late spring to summer). Ideal Zones: 3 through 7 A favorite in my garden, the Variegated Solomon’s Seal earned the 2013 Perennial…
The Lenten Rose plant (Helleborus orientalis hybrids that are collectively called Helleborus x hybridus.) is actually not a rose at all but rather a perennial of the Ranunculacaea family that blooms in late winter to early spring, often during the Lent season (hence the name). Lenten Rose are one of the easiest plants to grow. They are hardy and…
