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Planting How-To’s
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Corms
Dahlias
Roses
Bulb Planting Roundup
A round-up of bulb planting resources: blog posts, videos, and more!
How To Plant Amaryllis + Paperwhites Indoors For Winter Blooms
Steps for potting amaryllis and paperwhites indoors for winter blooms!
Seed Starting: Which seeds to start indoors now for planting in the garden the second half of February.
Get a head start on your spring garden! 🌱 Certain blooms, like cosmos, foxglove, and strawflower, thrive when started indoors now and planted out in late February. Not into seed starting? Mark your calendar for our February 22 plant sale at the farm!
For expert timing, grab The Cut Flower Confidence Calendar—your go-to guide for seed starting success.
How To Plant Pre-Chilled Bulbs
Quickly learn how, where, and when to plant pre-chilled bulbs for spring-time blooms!
Bulbs of the South: a what/when/where to have beautiful blooms in your garden this spring
Want a show-stopping spring garden? Tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths thrive in Houston with the right prep! Chill bulbs for 8+ weeks, plant in December-January, and space them closely for impact. Water smartly—too much can cause rot!
Dahlia FAQ: a short on dahlia success in the Houston area
Dahlias can thrive in Houston—but timing is everything! Plant tubers Feb 14-Mar 1 or July 15-Aug 15, give them 6+ hours of sun, space them 12" apart, and provide sturdy support for their tall stems.
Want to grow your best dahlias yet? Dahlia tubers & a Deep Dive mini course are coming in Feb 2025!
Planting Ranunculus and Anemones: an overview of how to plant corms and have gorgeous spring flowers!
October is the perfect time to plant ranunculus & anemone corms in Houston! Soak for 3-4 hours, plant pointy side down, space them properly, and protect from frost for a gorgeous spring bloom.
Want step-by-step guidance? Join the Corm Planting Mini Course!
What I Wish I was Planting right now: filling the calendar for NEXT fall
Thinking ahead to next fall? So are we! This week's garden journal dives into the seeds I wish I had started this summer and the plants I’m planning for Fall 2025. If you love zinnias, marigolds, sunflowers, and more, now’s the time to plan ahead. Plus, email subscribers get a 24-hour head start on our pre-chilled bulb sale!
Spacing: how to calculate it, and use it to your benefit in the garden
Want a healthier, more productive garden? Proper plant spacing is the secret! This week’s FAQ Friday breaks down easy spacing guidelines for flowers like sunflowers, dahlias, and roses—plus a simple trick to measure perfect spacing every time. Say goodbye to weeds and hello to thriving plants!
The math behind starting Hardy Annuals from seed:
Timing is everything when it comes to planting hardy annuals! In this week’s FAQ Friday, we’re breaking down the simple math behind when to start seeds and transplant for a thriving spring garden. Plus, grab a free planting calendar to make the process even easier!
what do I need to grow this fall?
Ready to grow a stunning fall garden? 🌿 My Grow Along is a 6-month guided course (September–February) where I’ll walk you through every step of growing beautiful blooms. Plus, a planting calendar is coming soon to help you time everything perfectly! Want extra support? Join our live group chat for real-time coaching. Let’s grow together!
hardening off seedlings
Hardening off your seedlings is the key to strong, healthy plants! 🌱 This step-by-step guide will help you transition indoor-grown seedlings to their outdoor home, ensuring they thrive in the garden. Plus, find out which flowers can be direct sown—no indoor care needed!
What Can I Grow This Fall
Dreaming of cooler temps and a garden full of blooms? 🌸 Now’s the time to start planning your fall planting! This week, we’re diving into the best flowers to plant now for gorgeous blooms from January to April. From ranunculus to tulips, here’s everything you need to know to get started.
Seed Starting
Think it's too late to plant flowers? Think again! 🌸 This week’s FAQ Friday is all about seed starting—and the flowers you can still plant now for beautiful late-summer and fall blooms. Learn how to read days to maturity on seed packets and discover which flowers (like zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers) thrive when direct sown. Get all the details so you can enjoy a garden full of color before the season ends!
How To Grow: Ranunculus + Anemones
How to grow spring’s most coveted blooms: ranunculus + anemones!