Methods Of Growing Perennials

Biennials and perennials. In late campanulas, sweet-william, delphinium, pansies, violas and any other fall sown perennials should be removed from their winter quarters to their flowering place in the garden. After transplanting, water them thoroughly. Have the soil well prepared by .deep digging and be sure to add manure or humus.

First Acquaintance With A Cactus Plant

My first acquaintance with a cactus at close range was several years ago when my wife was confined to a hospital bed. Somebody sent her a cactus and the darn thing bloomed! Ever since we have both been bugs on the subject, for once stuck by a cactus you stay stuck!

In What Seasons Are Beavertail Cactus Grown?

The beavertail cactus is a low growing "shrub" with pear-shaped pads for leaves. The pads are somewhat wrinkled transversely but have no true spines. The little hairy tufts, which are (lotted all over the pads, are called glochids. Botanically Opuntia basilaris, it has fluffy pink flowers and is native to Arizona, California and Utah.

Transplanting Seedlings - Should We?

We continue to transplant seedlings as they require, and if they become too crowded in flats transplant them to pots.

Continue sowing of annuals in the greenhouse and frame, and put in the first sowings of marigolds, zinnias and cosmos about the middle of April. They grow quickly so do not be tempted to put them in before then.