Cultivating Charm: A Guide to Propagating Phacelia ciliata Phacelia ciliata, also known as Great Valley phacelia or purple tansy, is a California native wildflower that enchants with its delicate beauty and benefits pollinators. This vibrant annual, adorned with lavender blooms resembling tiny upturned bells, can bring a touch of wild grace to your garden. Whether … Read more
Baby Blue Eyes Everywhere: The Easy Guide to Growing Nemophila Menziesii from Seed Nemophila menziesii, more affectionately known as Baby Blue Eyes, is a delightful wildflower that brings swathes of sky-blue blooms to gardens every spring. Native to California, this easy-to-grow annual is a favorite amongst seasoned gardeners and beginners alike, thanks to its charming … Read more
Woolly Wonders: Multiplying the Magic of Eriophyllum lanatum Eriophyllum lanatum, more affectionately known as woolly sunflower or Oregon sunshine, is a cheerful burst of sunshine in any garden. This California native boasts vibrant yellow, daisy-like blooms that erupt in a fluffy spectacle throughout spring and summer. But the charm of this plant doesn’t stop at … Read more
Unleash the Purple Rain: Propagating Verbena Macdougalii for a Lush Garden Verbena macdougalii, with its explosion of vibrant purple blooms, adds a touch of wild beauty to any garden. While readily available in nurseries, wouldn’t it be satisfying to multiply these floral gems yourself? Propagating Verbena macdougalii is surprisingly simple, allowing even novice gardeners to … Read more
Unveiling the Secrets of Primula clevelandii: A Propagation Primer for Beautiful Blooms Primula clevelandii, the charming Cleveland shooting star, graces the landscape with its vibrant magenta blooms and delicate fragrance. Native to California, this wildflower adds a touch of whimsical beauty to gardens lucky enough to host it. But like many treasures, cultivating it requires … Read more
Unleash a Sea of Purple: Propagating Fremont’s Phacelia for a Breathtaking Garden Want to add a touch of wildflower magic to your garden? Look no further than Fremont’s Phacelia (Phacelia fremontii), a California native boasting clusters of vibrant purple blossoms. This pollinator magnet, with its fern-like foliage and delicate fragrance, is not just a feast … Read more