Pansies
Crazy for Carnations
"The fairest flowers o’ the season are the carnations." from "A Winter’s Tale" by William Shakespeare The Carnation, January’s flower, is simple and sweet with ruffled petals that communicate romance. Carnations are a favorite given in mixed boquets or bunched on their own. Even a single stem is a thoughful gift. Though carnations are usually…
Gladiolus
Gladiolus – August's Flower Unique in many ways, Gladioli are a lovely addition to the home garden. Named for its sword-like foliage (gladius is sword in Latin) and featuring funnel-shaped flowers, this perennial corm is a late summer classic. Successful in many zones ranging from Florida to Canada, gladioli are readily available from the florist,…