Growing Gladiolus
The gladiolus is also known as the sword lily since its name is derived from the Latin word for sword, gladius. We often call…
April Dogwoods
One of my favorite trees is the flowering dogwood. The flowers of the dogwood tree form a perfect cross, which is why they have…
Salad Tables
Planting a salad table in March in the Deep South will ensure fresh salad greens, vegetables, and herbs in April. You can plant a…
Magnolias in February?
Nothing says “Southern” like gorgeous magnolias with their elegant and perfumed flowers. In fact, the Magnolia is the State Flower of Mississippi and Louisiana. There is…
Coreopsis
The Mississippi State Wildflower Everyone knows that the Mississippi state flower is the Magnolia, but did you know that we have a state wildflower…
Plentiful Paperwhites
Paperwhites belong to the daffodil family and are associated with the winter holiday season. Paperwhites are also smaller members of the Narcissus family. They…
It’s Pumpkin Time!
Pumpkins certainly do signal the arrival of autumn! The pumpkin is so popular that Charles Perrault incorporated it into his version of “Cinderella” by…
Colorful Caladiums
Caladiums are some of my favorite plants for summer color. You won’t find a better plant for reliable color in shady areas, and the…
Spider Plants
What You Need to Know Summer in South Mississippi is perfect for growing spider plants on your patio! They can be successfully grown outdoors…
Low Maintenance Perennials
“June is the pearl of summer, shining with warmth and joy.” – L.M. Montgomery In the month of June in the South, gardens do…