by Julia Dimakos | Apr 30, 2017 | Flower of the Day, Flowers
Pasque flower, or Pulsatilla vulgaris is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Ranunculus (my favourite spring flower) is also a member of this family. You can find more information on the Ranunculus flower here. Pulsatilla vulgaris is a herbaceous perennial flower,...
by Julia Dimakos | Mar 26, 2017 | Flower of the Day, Flowers
Spring is my favourite season. I love watching nature awaken from a deep slumber, like a bear out of hibernation. For me, spring feels like a rebirth. Northern gardeners like myself have had to sit and wait, patiently, and daydream about a garden covered in snow. A...
by Julia Dimakos | Dec 30, 2016 | Flowers
How many of you have asked this very question before? You plant your Geranium, like any other annual summer flower. You think you’ve given it everything it needs, yet it won’t bloom. Why is this flower different from others? I had a similar situation with...
by Julia Dimakos | Oct 5, 2016 | DIY, Flowers
Fall is a beautiful time of year. So many changing colours. Our flowers, trees and shrubs have changed, displaying beautiful colours of red, orange, yellow and purple. As you walk among your gardens, take a look around yourself. What do you see? Can you envision...