Grape Hyacinths – Grape hyacinths are small spring bloomers that are perfect to plant along walkways or in rock gardens.Daffodils – When most people think of spring, they think of bright yellow daffodils. Daffodils are easy to grow and last for years.Hyacinths – Hyacinths are colorful spring bulbs that are also very fragrant.
From the Veggie Patch
Potatoes – Potatoes are a new addition to the Western diet. They are easy to grow and can be cooked in innumerable ways.
Onions – Onions have been grown and eaten since the dawn of history. With just a little care, you can grow this popular vegetable in your own garden.
Beets – Beets are a cool season plant that are planted in the spring and the fall. All parts of the plants are edible.
Around the Yard
Pussy Willows– Pussy willows are a native plant that are important for wildlife. They are easy to grow, and the branches can be preserved for use in arrangements.
Forsythia – One of the first harbingers of spring, the forsythia with its bright yellow flowers is easy to grow and propagate.
Witch Hazel – Witch hazel provides bright yellow flowers during the drab days of winter. Its seeds are an important food source for local wildlife.
On the Windowsill
Chocolate Soldier Plant – Chocolate soldier plants are fuzzy succulents with “chocolate” edging on their leaves.
Burro’s Tail– Burro’s Tail is a succulent that drapes over the sides of your containers.
Lithops – Lithops are small succulent-like plants that thrive on neglect. If you tend to forget to water, lithops are for you.
How to Prevent Damping Off Disease – Damping off is the scourge of the greenhouse. Even if you don’t have a greenhouse, you may lose your seedlings to this disease. With a little care you can prevent this disease from killing your seedlings.
