Today’s submission is an extra treat for me because we’re getting an update from Bonnie Plikaytis and her incredible woodland garden in north Georgia. Back in early 2022, I had the pleasure of writing a short piece on Bonnie and her garden for an issue of Fine Gardening that was one of my first articles to be featured in the print magazine (On a related side note – I’ve had a few submitters ask if GPOD ever makes it to print, so for everyone’s information, yes! We’re bringing back GPOD articles in print, so if you’ve ever dreamed of seeing your garden in those glossy pages, but sure to submit photos for a chance to be featured!).
Bonnie has shared her gorgeous garden several times in the past (Here are just a few to check out: Garden Stumperies, Autumn Colors in North Georgia, Winter Beauty in Bonnie’s Garden, and Spring in North Georgia), and today we get to see the highlights from the exceptional spring she had this year.
After a dry fall in 2023, there has been 41.6 inches of rain this year in the garden through the end of May. The rain and normal seasonal temperatures made for a perfect spring. Plants burst forth and there was no late frost to damage the tender leaves. Hope you enjoy a glimpse of this “spring to remember” in North Georgia.
Erythronium is a genus of bulbs in the lily family and some of the native species can be difficult to establish. However, the hybrid ‘Pagoda’ is a vigorous plant (Erythronium ‘Pagoda’, Zones 4–9). Commonly called trout lily, this ephemeral perennial adds a touch of elegance to the garden in late March.
Another late March blooming perennial is‘Belarina Nectarine’ primrose (Primula vulgaris ‘Belarina Nectarine’, Zones 4–9).It brings a beautiful long-lasting
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Hey GPODers! Today we’re back in the flower-filled garden of Heidi Weirether. We first saw her garden a little earlier on in the summer (you check check out that post here: Heidi’s Colorful Garden in Fairfield County) and it’s incredible to see how much has changed in a month’s time! As with much of the northeast this year, Heidi is experiencing incredible hydrangea blooms—but that is just the tip of the floral iceberg in her sensational garden:
As the summer months arrive, temperatures rise, and gardens dry out more quickly. To ensure your garden remains fresh and healthy, a few smart watering tips are crucial. In this article, we share practical summer watering advice to help you care for your plants, even during the hottest days.
Vicks vaporub is a popular household name manufactured by The Procter & Gamble Company. It is quite effective in clearing out the nasal passages thanks to its camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus oil content. However, its uses are not limited to this, and there are a few Vicks VapoRub Uses in the Garden, too! Let’s have a look!
Social media serves me a lot of skincare products, A LOT of them. While I’m mostly to blame for clicking on ads that ultimately adjust my algorithmic fate, I usually scroll past most magic potions and am very critical when it comes to actually adding anything to my cart. Personal discernment aside, I’ve definitely done my fair share of experimentation and testing, homing in on the best products and gadgets worth splurging on for better, healthier-looking skin.
There's perhaps no flower that's inspired more poetry, art, and prose than a rose. From formal rose gardens surrounded by boxwood hedges to cottage gardens overflowing with roses, foxglove, and native flowers, these layered blooms are held up as the star of the garden. They're carefully pruned into formal arrangements and allowed to climb and cascade over charming trellises.
Plants need a certain amount of specific nutrients to grow well. Most of the time, garden and houseplants do fine without any help from you. But fertilizing actually gives plants a boost that helps them flourish. “Photosynthesis is how plants make food,” says Stacey Hirvela, horticulturalist withSpring Meadow Nursery andProven Winners Color Choice Shrubs. “But fertilizer is like giving them vitamins.”
Some planting combinations are designed to be stable and static, with reliable perennials that work well together and stay largely in proportion for years. Other schemes are more dynamic, changing dramatically year by year as plants self-seed and move around, perhaps making use of annuals and biennials to add interest.
The world has finally begun recognizing the value of indigenous, perennial plants in restoring diversity. Therefore, we have compiled a list of native American herbs and spices that lend stunning flavors, are replete with medicinal uses, and lure endemic wildlife back to your backyard.