“A significant development in recent years is the increasing demand for varieties suitable for waxing,” says Laura ...

Last year at holiday time I was given a most unusual gift: an amaryllis bulb encased in wax. I had no idea such a thing existed, so I immediately looked ...

If you are planning on celebrating Valentine's Day by bringing your Valentine a lovely flower arrangement, please take note.

Lilies — The elegant and fragrant flowers are a favorite, but they are toxic for cats, even in small amounts. Every part of ...

It can take several months, including a period of dormancy, before the bulb has enough energy to produce another flower.

LISTEN UP Art Songs for the Heart The term “art song” can seem vaguely daunting, suggesting that all those other songs you like aren’t sufficiently artful somehow. In fact, they’re a wonderful way to ...

Roses are a Valentine’s Day staple, and fortunately, they are not toxic to pets. The main risk comes from the thorns, which ...

Shady areas in landscapes and gardens require plants that need or tolerate shade. If you need ideas, attend the class “Some ...

2. Lilies: These are popular Valentine’s Day flowers, but they’re toxic to both cats and dogs. In some cases, ingesting lilies can be fatal, though it does depend on the species of lily. Other issues ...

We’ll update again in the spring with more info on additional testing. January 2025 Like love itself, flowers are precious and unique. And that is exactly why it’s so tricky to get both right.

Many people buy an amaryllis bulb every year to enjoy this houseplant's big blossoms, and throw the flower away once it dies.

Well loved as a bold decorative holiday bloomer, the red amaryllis is a hot favorite for winter displays. These red amaryllis varieties are guaranteed to fire up the season ...