Sunday, January 26, 2025

Gardening Books- I wanted to share (List)

I'd like to share a list of gardening books that I recently added to my library. These books are a wealth of information for those who love gardening. They cover a wide range of topics, from basic gardening techniques to advanced gardening techniques. If you are a beginning gardener, these books will help you get started. If you are an experienced gardener, these books will help you stay up-to-date on the latest gardening techniques.

Here are the links for the articles for the books:

- The News Guard - Turn to gardening books for comfort and inspiration -https://news.google.com/read/CBMi2AFBVV95cUxQX3diU21rM0ZvSFcxUU5sQ0JsMlo4c0VLeTNkNEk2MlJTVENZSk1RWmFlR2tZR2o3ZTd0ejhwcS1pam1KdEhtWi0xbHAxSFk4a3dLRWJJenBnenF4bWRJNEpyNjI0NlRnMUpoay15TjhTYWlqc01xM09yZWU5MkhSdFdNUXVMcVdnMzlPeTZZZFE2dmpjTng1V3ozQzdGRjRwdWRtckhkNkJXSWVxZ05lT01HLTFtMmM2MUdBOVRnREJ1UzRMV1ktZ1JaeXVET2FNcEZ3WjNfbkE?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- The Seattle Times - 6 inspiring gardening books to get you (and your gift list) through winter -https://news.google.com/read/CBMivwFBVV95cUxQQmQxbVlSdlY4YUxzcllHWWRsQzNlRDVHT3FvWTMzd1NxY0dvVW56Tlo5V2U3bE82bmxGM2pFeGlXQXVSd1duQ0RDWFlIWGZ2dzYtV1R5X2k4T2E3clZfal9XWlZpLXhGS0hVdVVwbVUxNlJrSmxwZmI1dFlFRHJyUjhTNDViYlhIWUZtWEItVURKTlB4OTl2a09NeGRjNmpEUHR1RC1PeHJubkcxSUtlTEowcXlrT1dKcUNmX3FzVQ?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- The New York Times - An Ode to Gardens That's Also a Bouquet of Ideas -https://news.google.com/read/CBMikwFBVV95cUxOMjE5ZGxpOWo4cE9JMWRlWU13VmNhMzNxSEF5M3lPRVdtVDg4NHp2R1RCRThBUkpNMmpmX01XR004QkZuMWZBa2c0Zmd3dHBIUmhrSGhqVm8wQ0Q2eW1yWE0wQnFpVHNZMUU4c2xpQkRLb2NYdUQ2eWJGUmtJYm1fOHhoUEZxT0RWeGRIRWtpellfZlU?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- The Guardian - The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing Review - An Eden Project of her Own -https://news.google.com/read/CBMi-gFBVV95cUxNeDRwYlJDQ3FfeHdQZHBKaTdIVHhXYkl4TGNnZE1QZzNpM2ZFNHhTUzdRenJhdy1hUHpBNi1oclRWX1Itajdtb01nLXJ0cEZDRVc5eFQtOVJMeEN0RS04aU1JalBwUHVaaThqQVlQSmcxUFFldFZOSHhoMG9rUW9yM1lHOHJGUnh6QmtjOWlDUlo4SWV3VHFPQWNmUGgtRDVzX1Q2aDVhcmpaU3VrM0RVUVRZbXB4c3EwaVpkZEt0SlRJNWJkZmZpanM3YXpFcExRQ1p1VWRFR1psMkV5cmFLNnotRzRxUjc3cWJiV09lNVlDSlMyQ3lQa1Nn?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- Garden Center Magazine - AHS Releasing two new books -https://news.google.com/read/CBMizAFBVV95cUxNa3lSY3gzREFEUmY0NnpIM3pJNkUtWHlOWTRjNjI2bGZ5ZTNINGM2ZXVRUmZpQm9UdEdPR0E0UXhrd1g1UlFxMVBGRmFjc0tWVWtIMHNZaXpIMHRBNmRPMTdMSGdaLUxQN1ZqWld4Y0VHSWVMV0RjMW5HZ2s2YUM3T3dUOVR1QVk0N3huVzNSelo0NFk3eGlWYW53MzVTbjFkTWZnSE5IZGtoWmN1elNmQ1luczhhYzBiemN3c3NYSG1oSjBSTFl2QzFUNXo?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- Central Maine.com - Bushnell on Books: A Life in the Garden and Bitter Passage - https://news.google.com/read/CBMinwFBVV95cUxPNGpCblB5TUdQWHkzMUpRRmxLVGxILXh3ODZ5N2NENXFmSzRFcHFGR0Vrc3pwUkRMWEh4YXBXUW0xckJhTzJ0MXgybUQ4aEhPZ1RhWWVOZFozUzlxelphR0tzOUR3TVdYQWJTOER1R0JNTVZDNy1HRHJFUE5LeGtUOTZTSG9yeUVvMjZLd3ZIWjV6aGF4dllIZThicTJBaGs?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen


Here are some book gardening books for the kiddos out their that want to learn and read about gardening

- The Rabbit Room - 15 Gardening Books for Childern -https://news.google.com/read/CBMicEFVX3lxTE5oRlVBWGFkaEVJZmxuN0hxdEtiNXFqVlhnXzhzMmFoSXl3TjhwV1p1REowV0NiTERyYVNadlU1bFBBdFM5TTRHTDVjNEp1WlkyT2wtN0J1R3NUZzZNOU40Tjdxb2JVNUZrSDJId05kZ0w?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

- Moms - 12 Best Books For Kids of All Ages Who Are Interested In Gardening - https://news.google.com/read/CBMiW0FVX3lxTE5mRGFoX1BGMmRmaF9YXzhGemFtS3ZaVEhYejA4NVZmSzlFTW9xd212Zk4xOGlQZGhqRl9jLUJ3ejczcGZ4Y0lnZmRFRURDUUNTXzgyYmN3cWU1R0E?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen


This concludes the post and list of the book links, I wanted to share with those readers.

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Ferns are So Cool

Ferns are really cool plants. They are very interesting to look at, and they come in so many different varieties and sizes. Some are small and delicate, while others are quite large. Some ferns have a soft, velvety texture, while others are stiff and leathery. Some ferns have a sweet fragrance, while others have a musky odor.

Here are some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Fern - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fern

- DuckGoGo - Fern Image Search Results - https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Fern+plant+info&ia=images&iax=images

- US Forest Service - What are Ferns? - https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/beauty/ferns/what.shtml




Chinese Lantern are they poison or non-poisoness?

Chinese Lantern plants are quite remarkable. They have a ball inside the leaf that looks whole. I wonder what the purpose of the ball is. Is it for storing nutrients? Or is it for attracting pollinators? Or is it for defense against predators? This plant is a member of the pea family and is a native of Southeast Asia. It is a perennial vine that can grow up to 10 feet long. It has compound leaves that are pinnately divided into 5 to 7 leaflets. The flowers are borne in clusters on long stalks and are white, pink, or purple. The fruit is a pod that contains several seeds.

Here is some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Chinese Lantern - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alkekengi

- DuckGoGo - Chinese Lantern Image Search Results - https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Chinese+Lantern+plant+info&ia=images&iax=images

- Spruce - Chinese Lantern - https://www.thespruce.com/chinese-lantern-plants-2132369

- Gardeners World - Chinese Lantern - https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-to/grow-plants/how-to-grow-chinese-lantern-plant-physalis-alkekengi/


Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Heuchera are so beautiful plants

Heucheras, also known as coral bells, come in a wide array of colors and cultivars. These low-growing, herbaceous perennials are native to eastern North America, where they thrive in moist, shady woodland habitats. Heucherellas, which you often see in plant stores, are hybrid versions of heucheras.

Here is some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Heuchera - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heuchera

- DuckGoGo - Heuchera Image Search Results - https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Heuchera+plant+info&ia=images&iax=images

- Proven Winners - Heuchera: The Ultimate Guide - https://www.provenwinners.com/learn/heuchera


NC Native Plants

Here is a link to a list of native plants for North Carolina. This list is based on the flora of the state and includes a wide variety of plants, including trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and grasses. The list is organized alphabetically by scientific name and includes common names, habitat information, and a brief description of each plant.

Here is the link for Native Plants for NC link: https://www.ourstate.com/native-plants-in-north-carolina/

Spiderwort What a Beautiful Plant Good or Bad?

The spiderwort or wondering dude is a pretty plant that comes in a wide variety of colors. It also has many different characteristics, such as its leaves, flowers, and stems. The leaves are long and narrow, and they have a pointed tip. The flowers are small and delicate, and they come in a variety of colors, including blue, pink, purple, and white. The stems are long and thin, and they have a distinctive zig-zag pattern. Even though this plant is looks so pretty and neat be warned that is invasive and become hard to control.

Here is some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Spiderwort - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tradescantia

- Spiderwort Image Search Results - https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Spiderwort+plant+info&ia=images&iax=images

- Spruce - Spiderwort - https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-grow-spiderwort-4125563

- The Keene Sental - Spiderwort is invasive and tough - https://www.sentinelsource.com/life_and_style/home_and_garden/spiderwort-is-invasive-and-tough-to-eradicate/article_605706dd-61b4-56ba-9b6b-5553586f55d0.html


Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Verbena Plants are So Pretty

Verbena is a genus of herbaceous plants in the family Verbenaceae. The flowers are small and delicate, and come in a wide range of colors. The leaves are also quite attractive, being a deep green with serrated edges. I love the way verbena smells, and I think they are one of the most beautiful flowers in the world. They are definitely one of my favorite flowers.

Here are some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Verbena - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verbena#

- DuckGoGo - Verbena Image Search Results - https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Verbena+Plant+Info&ia=images&iax=images

- Proven Winners - Verbena Ultimate Guide to Growing Them -https://www.provenwinners.com/learn/how-plant/verbena

Monday, January 20, 2025

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - I wanted to share this blog with the readers

 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is one of the best places to visit in Richmond. There are plenty of beautiful plants and beautiful gardens to enjoy. It's a place where you can see plants in the wild and in cultivated spots, so it's like two places in one. Be sure to check out the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Blog, which has some interesting insights.

Here is the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Blog, that I want to share with you:

https://www.lewisginter.org/blog/

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Sunday, January 19, 2025

Solomon Seal a Neat Plant

Solomon Seal is an interesting and neat plant. This plant is known to the people that own them as polygonatum and that is the botanical name for Solomon Seal. It comes in a wide variety of types, each with its own unique characteristics. 

Here are some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Solomon Seal - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polygonatum

- Gardenista - Solomon Seal - https://www.gardenista.com/garden-design-101/perennials/solomons-seal/

- Magickal - Solomon: Folklore - https://magickalspot.com/solomons-seal/

- Grow It Build It Blog - Solomon Seal: A Complete Guide to Polygonatum -  https://growitbuildit.com/solomons-seal-polygonatum-spp/

Monday, January 6, 2025

Hostas are beautiful and amazing plants

 Hostas are a amazing plant and they are interesting. Hostas come in many different colors. Hostas come in many different varieties. Please see the links at the end of the post. 

Here are some links for more info:

- Wikipedia - Hosta - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hosta#Cultivars

- Garden Design - Hosta Grow Guide and Care, Planting - https://www.gardendesign.com/plants/hosta.html

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