Enjoying M&Ms…. Monarchs and Milkweeds!
M & M’s… it’s not about candy! M is for Monarch; M is for Milkweed. Monarchs are widely recognized, cherished, and
The Buzz about Beebalm…
Monarda didyma, commonly called Beebalm or Bergamot, is an outstanding perennial for Long Island gardens. As its name suggests, Beebalm
Hydrangeas for Long Island Gardens
Hydrangeas are a genus of over 75 species and 600 named cultivars that are native to a wide range of
Summer Heat: You and Your Garden
If you can’t stand the heat, stay out of the garden during the day! You need to play it smart
Early Summer Gardening Tips
The end of June spells h-e-a-t in the garden. Think ahead and plan wisely; it could be a long, hot summer.
Herbs: Just for the Health of It!
Popular & versatile, herbs have countless culinary uses – fresh or dried – and offer healthy alternatives to the infamous
Deserving Daylilies!
Easy to grow and easy to enjoy, daylilies should be on everyone’s list of Top Ten perennials. Formally known as
Angelonia – An A+ Annual for Long Island Gardens
Angelonia, sometimes called summer snapdragon, wows with pretty spikes of purple, pink, mauve, blue, white, or two-toned flowers from May
Luscious Lantana
Luscious lantana, a tough, versatile annual flowering plant, dazzles in the summer and fall garden. If you like continual color,
Tempting Tropicals
It’s time to give in to tropical temptations! Palms, Hibiscus, Mandevilla, Dipladenia, and Elephant Ears are a few ‘must have’