With the arrival of autumn on the horizon, it is time to talk about planting spring bulbs. Say what? Spring is months away, why should I be planting bulbs now you may ask? Getting them planted early is crucial so that they can…
Late Summer Do’s and Don’ts in the Garden
Planting In Dry Shade
Over the course of each and every season, a myriad of gardening questions are thrown my way. I am always happy to answer them all because that it is what I truly enjoy – helping in any way I can, attempting to steer each unique gardener towards unbridled success. There are no black thumbs after all, just duller green ones that require some polishing to bring out the hidden shine. One consistently common issue that many gardeners inquire about is…
Fun with Fronds, Fiddleheads and Ferns
The Soothing Sound of Water
Perfect Panicle Hydrangeas
As this glorious PNW summer weather continues, let us continue delving into the world of Hydrangeas. It is time for episode three, the grand finale of the Hydrangea trilogy… at least for the year 2025. In the last couple of weeks we have talked Hydrangeas for partial shade (Big-Leaf or Hydrangea macrophylla cvs) and others for a bit more sun like Oakleaf types (Hydrangea quercifolia cvs) and Smooth types (Hydrangea arborescens cvs). Now we get to talk about one of the most useful species for sunny gardens, Hydrangea paniculata, or what we call Panicle Hydrangeas…
Exciting Hydrangeas For Sun
Inspiring Big-Leaved Hydrangeas
I think all gardeners crave color and flower power that brings smiles to faces throughout their landscape. When we talk about options for summer-blooming shrubs, Roses and Hydrangeas stand above all others for both choice and longevity. Roses are for full sun, while depending on the variety, Hydrangeas can be for sun, partial sun or shade. I seem to write about…
With the arrival of autumn on the horizon, it is time to talk about planting spring bulbs. Say what? Spring is months away, why should I be planting bulbs now you may ask? Getting them planted early is crucial so that they can…