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Planting How-To’s
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.
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!
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!
Tending How-To’s
While late summer may leave your rose bushes scraggly and tough to look at, resist cutting them back until the harshest temperatures of summer are past.
Instead, follow these steps to keep them as healthy as possible!
Zinnias are a tried and true flower that will churn out blooms throughout the heat of summer.
The only trick is that you must harvest zinnia blooms when “ripe” - harvesting them too early or too late may result in decrease vase life, so keep reading for all the details for how to ensure your zinnia harvest leads to a long-lasting bouquet!
As we head into the heat of summer, make a plan for roses, dahlias, and heat-tolerant blooms. Then, head inside and make a plan for your fall garden - this post will take you through all the same steps I’m following to prepare my Houston garden for a hot summer, and a fall flourish.
Tips + tricks to ensure you harvest flowers at the just-right stage that leads to long lasting bouquets.
Protect your garden from winter freezes! 🌿 Some blooms, like delicate freesia, need covering at the slightest chill, while others, like roses and tulips, thrive in the cold. When in doubt, cover—it’s always better to be safe!
For a deep dive, check out our Frost Protection Mini Course! ❄️✨
With cooler temps, your roses are thriving! Keep them healthy this winter with soil maintenance, compost, and adjusted watering. When harvesting, keep stems short to prevent frost damage, or let blooms form hips for winter wildlife.
Want to master rose care? Stay tuned for The Garden Rose Crash Course launching in Spring 2025!
Bulbs
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!
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!
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.
Corms
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!
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!
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.
Dahlias
As we head into the heat of summer, make a plan for roses, dahlias, and heat-tolerant blooms. Then, head inside and make a plan for your fall garden - this post will take you through all the same steps I’m following to prepare my Houston garden for a hot summer, and a fall flourish.
Dahlias grow from tubers—think potato-like roots that sprout into stunning blooms! 🌿 The Bungalow Blooms Tuber Collection launches January 1, with pickup or shipping in mid-February. Learn how to plant, space, and support your dahlias for gorgeous spring and fall flowers.
Get all the details & join the waitlist for our Dahlia Growing Mini Course!
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!
Get your dahlias ready for a stunning fall bloom! 🌸 If your dahlias went dormant during the summer, now’s the time to prune, support, and fertilize for vibrant autumn flowers. This step-by-step guide will show you exactly what to do to set your dahlias up for success!
Dahlias are taking over Houston gardens, and for good reason! With the right timing, location, and a little summer maintenance, you can enjoy stunning blooms season after season. This week’s FAQ Friday covers exactly when to plant, where to place them, and how to keep your dahlias thriving in Houston’s unique climate. Plus, share your best dahlia-growing tips for a chance to win my upcoming Dahlia eBook! 🌸
Tips + tricks to ensure you harvest flowers at the just-right stage that leads to long lasting bouquets.
Harvest season is here! 🌸✨ Whether you're cutting zinnias, cosmos, dahlias, or sunflowers, knowing when and how to harvest makes all the difference in vase life. This week’s FAQ Friday breaks it down by bloom type, so your flowers last longer and look fresher. Plus, if you're a rose lover, don’t miss my new rose course—email subscribers get $40 off until May 22! 🌹
Roses
While late summer may leave your rose bushes scraggly and tough to look at, resist cutting them back until the harshest temperatures of summer are past.
Instead, follow these steps to keep them as healthy as possible!
As we head into the heat of summer, make a plan for roses, dahlias, and heat-tolerant blooms. Then, head inside and make a plan for your fall garden - this post will take you through all the same steps I’m following to prepare my Houston garden for a hot summer, and a fall flourish.
With cooler temps, your roses are thriving! Keep them healthy this winter with soil maintenance, compost, and adjusted watering. When harvesting, keep stems short to prevent frost damage, or let blooms form hips for winter wildlife.
Want to master rose care? Stay tuned for The Garden Rose Crash Course launching in Spring 2025!
Thinking about adding roses to your garden? 🌹 This week’s FAQ Friday breaks down own root vs. grafted roses and bare root vs. potted roses, so you can choose the best option for your space! Whether you're looking for affordability, ease of planting, or long-term resilience, I’ve got you covered. Plus, check out my Garden Rose Crash Course to get started with confidence!
Tips + tricks to ensure you harvest flowers at the just-right stage that leads to long lasting bouquets.
Preparing summer roses for a fall prune
While late summer may leave your rose bushes scraggly and tough to look at, resist cutting them back until the harshest temperatures of summer are past.
Instead, follow these steps to keep them as healthy as possible!
Dormant Season
As we head into the heat of summer, make a plan for roses, dahlias, and heat-tolerant blooms. Then, head inside and make a plan for your fall garden - this post will take you through all the same steps I’m following to prepare my Houston garden for a hot summer, and a fall flourish.
Winter Rose Care: tips + tricks for healthy roses into the winter months
With cooler temps, your roses are thriving! Keep them healthy this winter with soil maintenance, compost, and adjusted watering. When harvesting, keep stems short to prevent frost damage, or let blooms form hips for winter wildlife.
Want to master rose care? Stay tuned for The Garden Rose Crash Course launching in Spring 2025!
Bare vs. Own Root Roses
Thinking about adding roses to your garden? 🌹 This week’s FAQ Friday breaks down own root vs. grafted roses and bare root vs. potted roses, so you can choose the best option for your space! Whether you're looking for affordability, ease of planting, or long-term resilience, I’ve got you covered. Plus, check out my Garden Rose Crash Course to get started with confidence!
FAQ Friday: Harvesting for maximum vase life
Tips + tricks to ensure you harvest flowers at the just-right stage that leads to long lasting bouquets.