New England perennials enliven gardens and support the local ecosystem at the same time. Include a few of these in your garden if you live in one of the states that make up this American region. If you’re not sure which perennials to start with, follow along as experienced gardener and Master Naturalist Sarah Jay outlines seven of the best ones you can grow.
Can flowers in the shade bloom all summer? Yes, they certainly can! There are plenty of perennials that show off in summer, even where full sun isn’t present. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay has seven of the most stunning shade flowers you can grow in your garden this year.
To help them grow strong and healthy, harden off tomato plants for a couple of weeks before planting them out. Unless you live in a frost-free zone, this step is a requirement. Set up your schedule with experienced gardener, Sarah Jay.
Sometimes it’s hard to know when to prune plants. March is a good time for pruning some, but not all. But skipping a pruning session in late winter or early spring can limit blooming in summer. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers seven plants that need pruning now to bloom again in summer.
This spring, make a few pollinator plant swaps and watch the garden hum with visits from bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more. If you’re unsure which swaps to make, don’t worry. Experienced gardener and Master Naturalist, Sarah Jay, covers five easy ones to make now.
If you need a clumping perennial to bloom and show off in your garden from spring through summer, plant and grow a ‘Rozanne’ geranium plant. This award winner is perfect as a ground cover, in borders, or simply planted in a hanging basket. Learn how to grow it from experienced gardener, Sarah Jay.
If you love the sweetness of a snap pea in early spring, grow ‘Sugar Magnolia’ snap peas in your garden this year. This vigorous and visually interesting pea is a perfect addition to gardens in basically every part of North America. Experienced gardener and lover of ‘Sugar Magnolia’, Sarah Jay discusses the ins and outs of growing this pea here.
If you want to include Iceland poppy varieties in your garden this year, now is the time to get them planted. There are multiple colors and sizes to choose from, and all are lovely additions. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay outlines five of the most interesting varieties here.
If you want to grow an ornamental that does all the work of an edible, minus the edibility, grow ‘Summer Beauty’ allium. This lovely onion relative offers the garden beautiful blooms at the height of summer, and perennializes in a wide range. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay walks you through how to grow it.
If you want to plant wildflower seeds, March is a great time! It’s not too late to plant wild annuals to enjoy in summer and sometimes into fall. If you’re wondering what to plant, we’ve got you covered. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses seven wildflowers you can plant this month.
Have you ever tried growing heirloom tulips? These varieties have been passed down and grown over multiple generations. Most are unique additions to your garden, whether it’s in large in-ground beds, or in containers. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay highlights seven of the most interesting varieties here.
