spring flowering bulbs

Little Iris

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A neighbor stopped by not long ago and said, “What are those beautiful aqua iris by your front walk?”  The iris in question were small but glorious, resembling a cluster of orchids or a small flock of butterflies hovering just above ground level.  The three outer petals or falls of each one were pale aqua-blue … Read more

Book Review–Bulb Forcing by Art Wolk

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Most of us who live in cold winter climates get sick of winter just about the time that sleet, ice, snow and gray days really get going.  That depressing period generally starts after the first of the year, when the holiday excitement is long gone, along with the decorations.  Living spaces are bare, New Year’s … Read more