Howdy and Thanks From Flora

I decided to say “Howdy” with this post because I am choosing to be optimistic that a buyer will still be found for the Northwest Flower and Garden Show . And of course, I am hopeful that the new owner will continue the blog as it has been an incredible resource for so many people

Victory Gardens

Why not start a Victory Garden this year? For those wondering (or for those in my generation), the concept of Victory Gardens/War Gardens started in war time.

Top Year-Round Crops for the Northwest

Mother Earth News had a great article in the April/May issue. It lists year-round top crop performers for the Pacific Northwest.

Veggies Mean Health!

Did you know that most everything our bodies need are already found in wonderful vegetables? It is true. They have the vitamins and minerals that our bodies crave, fiber and even some protein

San Francisco Show and Letter of Intent

For those that don’t know, I have the wonderful and amazing opportunity to share with you that the San Francisco Flower & Garden show has received a letter of intent for show purchase. So exciting! And although the Seattle show has not yet sold, we are all hopeful that this will happen soon. My blog partner, Jasmine , attended the press meeting that Duane Kelly held at the San Francisco show

San Francisco Show and Letter of Intent

For those that don’t know, I have the wonderful and amazing opportunity to share with you that the San Francisco Flower & Garden show has received a letter of intent for show purchase. So exciting! And although the Seattle show has not yet sold, we are all hopeful that this will happen soon.

Color of Edibles

I saw very few (if any) edibles this year in the Show Gardens at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show. Last year, many gardens had a small patch of edibles and some even had chickens. As you know, last year I ranted and raved about the edibles I saw.

Health Benefits of Avocados

I found myself wondering about avocado’s this week. They were in the store on sale, with bright orange “ripe” stickers on them

6 Bulbs for Beautiful Summer Flowers.

Preparing for spectacular dahlias, cannas, lilies and other colorful flower beauties.

Ask Flora: Growing Ferns

For help with these questions, I went to Judith Jones of Fancy Fronds Nursery in Gold Bar, WA. She is an expert in ferns. Thanks for the help Judith! Dear Flora: Why should I grow ferns

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