Forcing bulbs indoors isn’t difficult, but it does require proper timing. Forced bulbs make beautiful centerpieces during the holiday season, add a touch of spring cheer during the darker winter months, and make a unique and beautiful gift. The easiest…
The first caladium described, Caladium bicolor, was a comparatively drab green-and-white plant collected in 1773 in western Brazil. Today, 243 years later, there are over 1,000 named cultivars in colors ranging from white to claret, scarlet, pink and purple. Caladium…
When the weather gets cooler, it’s time to plant bulbs that will bloom in your spring garden. Today NHG answers the top 10 most common questions about planting bulbs in Texas. 1. When should I plant spring flowering bulbs? Timing…
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With the coming of fall weather, thoughts often turn to planting tulips for a stunning spring display. As you know, in Texas you can’t plant tulips until the ground temperature is around 55 degrees; usually in mid-December. Did you know…
Garlic is flavorful, healthy, and so easy to grow. Here are our 5 quick tips to growing your own organic garlic right at home: 1. TIMING: Garlic is best planted 4-6 weeks before the ground freezes, which is generally the…
Growing Saffron in Your North Texas Garden Did you know you can cultivate real 'garden gourmet' right in your own yard? As we approach mid-September, the coming weeks are important for the foodie gardener in Texas: garlic, shallots, and yes,…
Few annuals can offer the impacting color impression of caladiums. Their fanciful foliage livens up even the deepest shade with soothing pops of textural interest. They're tremendously easy to grow; even one tuber added to a shady container planting will…
When you think of planting 'bulbs,' your mind probably jumps right to tulips and daffodils. Plant them in fall & winter to enjoy spring blossoms. Frequently, though, we include other plants in the bulb category, even if they're technically tubers,…
As the mighty oak grew from the tiny acorn, a tiny gift can grow a lifelong love of gardening. Plant that seed this year with these great stocking stuffer gifts at NHG: 1. Magnet Pot Planters: at just $9.99 and…
