Imagine yourself sitting outside and enjoying the warm air on a summer evening. Now picture yourself sitting outside surrounded by an oasis of flowering and edible plants. Perhaps there’s a meandering path weaving through the flower beds, allowing you to enjoy the different colors and fragrances. The sight of pollinators gathering nectar from native flowers adds even more life to the space. Whether your property is large or small, cottage gardens bring a sense of tranquility and beauty to any space. They also allow you to break the rules and run wild with creativity. Historically, these spaces are filled with […]
Category: Perennials
5 Beginner-Friendly Tips for Planting Bearded Irises
Irises are easy-to-grow flowers and require minimal maintenance. These perennials are a gardener’s delight and are known for their vibrant hues and intricate patterns. Here are five essential tips to ensure your iris bulbs flourish: When & Where To Plant Preparing The Soil Planting Depth & Spacing Watering & Mulching Iris Maintenance & Care By following these tips, you’ll create the ideal conditions for your Irises to thrive, rewarding you with their beautiful blooms year after year. Other Recommended Reading At Jung Seed Co, we strive to be your go-to guide for all your gardening needs. Our YouTube channel, The Garden […]
11 Drought-Tolerant Perennials For Your Summer Garden
As I’m typing this, the sound of rain fills the early morning air, providing the garden with another dose of moisture. We’ve come to expect fluctuating weather, so growing plants that can withstand those changes is important. Using perennials with drought tolerance is a great way to create a low-maintenance landscape that brings beauty and function to your garden. Mid-summer is also when certain perennials start looking worn, especially during dry spells, so now is ideal for finding gaps in the garden that could use a fresh look. Whether you’re growing flowers or foliage plants, drought tolerance can be found […]
Create a Patriotic Planter: Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting an American Flag with Flowers
Celebrate the Fourth of July by bringing a touch of patriotism to your home with planters that resemble the American flag. Using vibrant red, white, and blue flowers, you can create a beautiful and festive display that honors the spirit of Independence Day. Follow this step-by-step guide to craft your very own American flag planters. Step 1: Select Your Planters Before you begin, gather all the necessary materials. Choose three small to medium planters (or one large planter divided into three sections) deep enough to accommodate the roots of your chosen flowers and wide enough to create distinct sections for […]
New 2024 Summer/Fall Garden Catalog Review
Summer has arrived! Time to start planning what you will plant in the summer/fall to have a beautiful flower garden by spring. Our Jung Seed catalog review explores new arrivals, cherished customer favorites, and the return of popular flowers and bulbs. The catalog is a treasure trove for gardening enthusiasts. Accent Bulbs Accent bulbs are a versatile and valuable addition to any garden. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, adding visual diversity and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. The bulbs can be layered with other perennials and shrubs to create depth and dimension. Certain bulbs, such […]
How To Create A Rain Garden
Picture this: it’s a hot summer day, and you’re heading to the garden to water your plants when suddenly, a rainstorm arrives, and you don’t have to water them anymore. For many of us, that’s a dream come true. However, the excess water from these rain events can end up on roads and sidewalks, causing less water to be absorbed by the soil. As the water runs along the road, it may pick up pollutants and other debris, which may end up in lakes and rivers. A great way to reroute some of this water is creating a rain garden, […]
New 2024 Spring Garden Catalog Review
The arrival of Jung Seed’s Spring Catalog for 2024 is exciting news for avid gardeners. It is an opportunity to explore new varieties and rediscover old favorites, whether one is gearing up for the spring garden or planning ahead for the summer. The catalog is a treasure trove of inspiration for everyone. As we immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature’s cycles, it is wonderful to have resources like Jung Seed to accompany us on our gardening journey. Do you have any specific plants or varieties from the catalog that caught your eye for this upcoming season? Annuals Annual plants […]
Garden Trends: Color of the Year 2024
As you embark on the journey of planning your garden for the upcoming year, explore the plethora of new offerings at Jung Seed. With an array of choices at your fingertips, the task of selection may seem daunting. A strategic approach to finding inspiration could involve aligning your choices with the Color of the Year. For 2024, Pantone has chosen Peach Fuzz 13-1023 as the hue of choice. To streamline your decision-making process, we’ve curated a selection of our favorite plants inspired by this captivating shade. Anne Fall Bearing Raspberry Anne Fall is the largest, best-tasting, highest-quality yellow raspberry. The […]
10 Colorful Perennials For Your Spring Garden
While winter is just beginning, spring will be here soon, and we will be eager to fill our gardens and patios with colorful blooms. Perennials have the advantage of being low maintenance and coming back each year to become a long-term addition to your landscape. If that is not enough, some of them show off their blooms in spring, making them a fine addition to your collection of spring-blooming plants. Here are a few spring-blooming perennials to consider for your garden. Alexander’s Great Brunnera This underused perennial has much to offer in the garden with its attractive silver foliage from […]
8 Easy Fall Garden Cleanup Tasks
The days are turning shorter and cooler as the growing season ends. As gardeners, it’s hard to let go of the plants we’ve been nurturing for the last six months, but there are many tasks we can accomplish to prepare for next year’s garden. Garden Notes Now is an excellent time to make final notes and take photos for planning for next spring. Having garden notes allows us to dream of warmer days as winter progresses. If you haven’t already, request a copy of the latest Jung Seed catalog to inspire you for next year. Mulching & Composting If you’re […]