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Making a plant flower at a predetermined time or under artificially imposed conditions is called forcing. Hardy bulbs are particularly suited for forcing indoors and offer a succession of color throughout the winter and spring months. The most common hardy bulbs for forcing are crocuses (Crocus species), daffodils (Narcissus species), hyacinths (Hyacinthus species) Continue reading Forcing Bulbs Indoors Summer- and fall-flowering bulbs add beauty and interest to the landscape. They have exciting forms, fragrances and colors that other flowers cannot achieve. Most summer-flowering bulbs like warm temperatures and humid conditions and thrive in South Carolina. Many are hardy here that can not be grown farther north. LANDSCAPE USE Summer- and fall-flowering Continue reading Flowering Bulbs for Summer and Fall Petunias are one of the most popular flowering annuals. They have a long flowering period, are easy to grow and are available in many forms and colors. ‘Tidal Wave Silver’ petunia growing through silver sage. Karen Russ, ©2007 HGIC, Clemson Extension Height/Spread Height can vary from 6 inches to 18 inches. Spread Continue reading Petunia There are hundreds of species and cultivars of iris in all colors of the rainbow. Iris vary from tiny woodland groundcovers to dramatic flowers for the sunny border to species that thrive in swampy soil. There is an iris that will do well in virtually every garden. Crested Iris (Iris cristata), a Continue reading Iris Daylilies are many gardeners’ favorite plants. They are dependable perennials, they are prolific and colorful bloomers, and they are relatively free of pests. Daylilies are tolerant of drought and flooding, immune to heat stress, tolerant of most soils and grow well in full sun or light shade. They grow well in all areas Continue reading Daylily |
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