Learn how to construct a cold frame and also how to convert the cold frame into a heated hotbed in this video from Tricia at Peaceful Valley.
Tag Archives: winter
Weather Terms for Gardeners: Frosts and Freezes
What’s the difference between a frost and a freeze, when mentioned on the weather report?
‘Karl Foerster’ Feather Reed Grass
Virtues: We love ‘Karl Foerster’ feather reed grass for its feathery spires that appear in the summer and remain upright all through winter. It provides an excellent vertical accent for borders and narrow spaces. Common name: ‘Karl Foerster’ feather reed … Read Article
‘Glamour Red’ Ornamental Kale
Virtues: We love ‘Glamour Red’ ornamental kale for its hot pink burst of color that adds unexpected brightness to any fall garden. It works well as an edging, or as a fun addition to any cool-season container or hanging basket.
Growing Water Lilies
After seeing the Monet’s Gardens at Giverny exhibit at The New York Botanical Garden, I was inspired to learn more about growing water lilies. I have a pond on my property with nothing growing in it except algae. I heard that … Read Article
‘Advance’ Snow Crocus
Virtues: We love ‘Advance’ snow crocus (Crocus chrysanthus ‘Advance’) for its bright and cheerful two-tone flowers. They remind us of Easter eggs!
Winter Aconite
We love winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) for its cheerful yellow flowers that appear in late winter or earliest spring. Read Article
Winter Hedge Care
Use this time to evaluate and tend to hedges. Read Article
New Hardiness Zone Map
The USDA released an updated version of the Hardiness Zone Map, with adjusted zones and more helpful online features. Read Article
Winter Heath
We love winter heath (Erica carnea) for its early bloom and evergreen presence. Deer resistant. Read Article
All About Winter Mulch
Why to apply a winter mulch to the garden and what to use as winter mulch. Read Article