Here is the last installment in my Freaky Foliage photographic series. Those of you that know me or follow me regularly know that i'm a ...

Good Vibrations Juniper Dream Catcher Kolkwitzia (beauty bush) Sicilian Sunshine Laurus (sweet bay) Golden Lanterns ...

When making your next tree, shrub or perennial plant purchase, think first about plants that have attractive foliage. It could be a plan...

As many of you know I have a fondness for Sambucus (elder or elderberry).  Here is a new variety that should be a great garden companion to...

Every picture tells a story, so today's post is photographic journal of what is looking good in our trial garden. Our test garden is a f...

As a plant breeder, I know how thrilling it is to have a new plant make it to market.  This picture was taken at a garden center in Engl...

When I worked in public garden curation, I used to grow and use a lot of annuals. Much has changed since then. Many annuals are now clonal,...