It was a gift, but I only received it under one stipulation (thus nullifying the true nature of a gift, but I’ll put that aside for one moment)—the stipulation is that I read it in the next 30 days. Well, that won’t be a problem! Have you heard the buzz about Founding Gardeners by [...]
Have you noticed some of your yellow narcissus blooming already?!
I would expect Narcissus tazetta italicus or ‘Early Pearl’ to be blooming right now, but this weekend in College Station I saw Narcissus ‘Golden Dawn’ already blooming. Just down the road from the cabin, the Lent Lilies (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) are already beginning to peek! And then this from a [...]
Chinese Sacred Lily Leads to Lost Netflix DVD
So, in the hustle and bustle of fall, we lost a Netflix video. (Yes, the cabin does have computers and electricity, but no TV). Rebecca was in Houston and I was at the cabin when the video came in, and I was excited and told her “The Great Race” had finally come –she had really [...]
Still Here!
Yes, we are still here and loving life in the cabin. We had a busy fall and have just about recovered in order to offer a nice spring selection. In the meantime, we’ve been enjoying these winter blooming Narcissus (‘Early Pearl’ and ‘Double Roman’) that Rebecca picked from the field. The ‘Double Roman’ offers a [...]
How Long After Planting Does a Magic Lily Bloom?
Question: “Last Spring I purchased rwo “Naked Lady” lily bulbs and planted them according to instructions. They never came up…. – Robert” Reply: Robert, Thanks for writing in. Once planted, the Naked Lady Lily will establish a root system before showing foliage for the months of February through March. The lily usually requires one year [...]
Potting Iris
Question: “I had written Linda… about an iris…and she was able to find this lovely light purple iris as well, one which I know was in my grandmother’s and mother’s garden. I have everything in pots, so any help you can offer about container gardening iris would be more than welcome. But having these will comfort [...]
Planting Iris in Dreaded Heat
Question: “Hello Michael, Could you tell me when the best time would be to plant my iris bulbs here in Oklahoma City. We have been scorching here… Today was 106. I know the horticulture advice for bearded iris is from August through September but with this record breaking heat everyday who knows if August or [...]
Planting Crinum in Sand
Question: “Is it ok to plant crinums in only sand and let the roots grow into a second medium to help them from being water logged during winter?” -Michael J. Response: Hello, Michael. Thanks for writing in. Yes, it is OK to plant crinums in only sand and let the roots grow into a second [...]
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