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A Jolly June with a profusion of Sweet peas, Poppies and Roses There’s an old saying “A mist in May and heat in June, brings all things into tune”.  The rains in May and the warming temperatures of June have made fine crops in the cutting ...

Peak Rose Garden Week! Herb Garden! Tadpoles! An individual rose is beautiful in itself but an abundance of roses is glorious! A rose garden in full bloom can transport one’s spirit to a secret garden enhanced by many colors and fragrances. ...

May is often a time for celebrations. From weddings to graduations to Memorial Day parties, May can feel like a whirlwind. In the gardens, May begins to settle down by mid-month. Tulips kick off the first few weeks with a glorious show of color. ...

The Pardee Mansion | Hazleton, PA A scandal in Hazleton at the Pardee Mansion on West Broad Street was reported in the Hazleton Sentinel on December 4, circa 1900.  Linesmen from the Electric Light Company were attempting to cut down some of the ...

I am happy to introduce to you Joe Verstandig, a fellow horticulturist here at Blithewold.  Joe started working with Gail and me this past September.  He is here on the blog to share with you his impressions of Blithewold so far.  Enjoy! Joe ...

After what feels like the most extended summer season I've seen in years, autumn is here in full rainy force.  To cheer us all up during this time I thought I'd take a moment to reflect on the past couple of weeks and highlight some of the flowers ...

Slow flowers are on the rise.  You may recall that we highlighted this trend a few years ago when the esteemed Debra Prinzing spoke at our Gardeners Day luncheon.  (For more on Debra and slow flowers click here.)  This trend is not entirely new as ...

April showers (and May showers and June showers) bring lots of flowers!  Yes, I know it's been a chilly spring full of rainy days and nights, but all the rain is a blessing to our gardens.  Last summer's long dry spell put many plants to the test. ...

What's in your potting mix?  That's the question of the day here at Blithewold as we re-examine the important components of a good potting soil.  Technically speaking, most bagged soils you can find at your neighborhood garden center are soil-less. ...

Unfortunately, this program has been canceled. Propagating Perennials Workshop Monday, May 8, 1–2 pm Increase your perennial collection, replace mature plants, grow varieties not typically offered for sale, and even produce new hybrids! Learn ...