Shade gardeners rejoice! Hosta are one of the most reliable and varied perennials for the shade: shades of green, gold, blue green, and white for a simple border or a crazy-quilt look of colors and textures.
We have five favorites specially priced this week:
‘Golden Tiara’, ‘Blue Angel’, ‘Patriot’, ‘Royal Splendor’ and ‘Halcyon’
Only $9.99
One gallon, Reg. $14.99 and up, While Supplies Last
All Other Hosta 20% Off
Starts Thursday, 5/17– Monday, 5/28.
No further discounts.

It's (Unofficially) Fungus Week! Aren't you excited?
We've been seeing lots of samples of plant material in the last week with powdery mildew, black spot, and other fungus afflictions. We've seen it on roses, rhododendron, tomatoes, phlox, begonias, zinnias and many others...if you look closely you may find some as well. A combination of moisture and cool temperature has been around long enough that the ever present spores have been thriving.
Powdery mildew generally will not compromise the health of the plant but can certainly be unattractive, and cause some flower and leaf deformity in young growth. To treat and prevent,...

The Japanese Beetles are back. Usually appearing in late June, we have actually already had reports of a few early ones this year. And while they have been feeding voraciously already, there are still several weeks to go of their damaging presence, possibly well into July.
The adult beetles eat the leaves and flowers of over 300 plants by eating the tissue between the veins. The larvae, called white grubs, feed on plant roots and organic matter in the soil, especially under turfgrass. This feeding may result in dead patches of turf that can be picked up like a loose carpet.
There are several approaches to controlling the beetles and their larvae, and the damage they do: it is most important to understand that the first, scattered beetles you see are scouts. Once they have found promising feeding grounds, they release a scent to attract all the later emerging beetles to the area. Get rid of these scouts and you could have considerably less of the beetles this season.
To learn about the control options, click "continue reading"...

Updated 5/2/12: Geraniums are a garden classic for a reason: full of color, simple and reliable to grow, and a controlled form, they fit in many garden applications. New varieties stretch the color palette from reds, pinks, and white to fanciful striped pinks, such as Candy White Splash', and vibrant oranges, such as 'Maverick Orange'.
See all of the varieties that Knollwood is growing for you here. For more great growing tips...

We have chosen three of the most popular re-blooming daylilies to feature, and we know you we will love this great deal! Daylilies are an easy-to-grow, easy-to-manage perennial that loves the sun, spreads and divides easily, and can provide colorful bloom for the summer season.
Add a few now and enjoy the show:
'Stella d'Oro', 'Rosy Returns', and 'Pardon Me' Only $9.99!
1 gallon, reg. $14.99-$22.99
Specially marked containers, while supplies last.

Some of the most striking summer flowers and plants come from bulbs. Unfortunately, they can take a loooong time to get going after it is safe to plant them outdoors.
Fortunately, you can bypass the wait by starting many of them indoors in pots now. By the time it is warm enough for them to be transplanted into your beds or containers, they will have completed the tedious sprouting and foliage-growing stages, and be nearly ready to begin blooming!...

The Perpetual Perennial Garden
Saturday, April 14, 2012, 10:00 am
If you attended her fall seminar here last year, you know Jennifer Radcliffe from Natorps in Cincinnati (one of our best perennial grower/suppliers) is a fantastic and passionate speaker on perennials. She’s back to share her picks for a season-to-season garden where there is always something new and beautiful happening….and that’s why we love perennials in the first place!
Please call to register, or click "comments" directly below to leave your name and number attending.