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 [...]
Visiting the Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA
Wednesday I had the honor of flying to Atlanta to speak to the Perennial Plant Association. Following my talk was a presentation by Brooks Garcia, Landscape Committee member of the Historic Oakland Cemetery. Have you ever heard of Oakland Cemetery? Well, here’s a little bit…it is being managed and recovered by extraordinary individuals, including [...]
How to Prepare a Crinum Bulb for Shipping
Question: “Hi there! I thought you might enjoy seeing my great-grandmother’s Regina Crinum beds. We separated some a few years ago and replanted new beds and they are now overflowing. Planning to share some with siblings and cousins when the time is right later this year. Any advice on how to prepare a bulb for [...]
Planting Crinum Lily Seeds
Question: “Hi Michael, I went to a family reunion in the country and old church. Well the dark pink crinum lily was blooming and some had set seed. I took the seeds home and some had sprouted a root. I want to know how to plant and will a bulb develop? Thanks, Joan” Answer: Hello, [...]
Crinum Planting Instructions
Question: “I purchased a number of the bulbs Chris brought with him when he spoke to our Knoxville Garden Club in May. . . . Please tell me how deep those should be planted. Those are HUGE bulbs . . . . I only wish I’d purchased more!” -Mary Reply: Hello, Mary. Thanks for writing [...]
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