Choosing The Right Vine For The Right Space

Choosing The Right Vine For The Right Space

Vines and climbing plants have an almost mystical way of enticing us in. They connect us and our man-made structures to the earth. Vines soften hardscapes and can offer a wall of green for privacy. Many vining plants can provide a curtain of nectar flowers for hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators. Some vines are exotic, and some are native that just look like they are exotic. Here are some suggestions and growing tips to make the most out of vines. Selecting Your Location Just like choosing any other garden plant, we must first ask some simple questions; Where will this […]

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Growing Vegetables Indoors From Seed

Growing Vegetables Indoors From Seed

When I was younger, I discovered a packet of cucumber seeds in the kitchen.  Having never grown a plant from seed before, I was eager to plant one and see what would happen.  I quickly found a container in the garage and sowed the seed.  A few days later, the seedling emerged from the soil and later became a full-sized plant that produced the first cucumber I had ever grown.  The excitement of watching one seed grow began my interest in gardening and I’ve been hooked ever since.  Growing a plant from seed is one of the most exciting experiences […]

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Black Knot Fungus: Treatment & Prevention

Black Knot Fungus: Treatment & Prevention

Black Knot is a common fungal disease that affects different species of Prunus, such as cherry, peach, and plums. This type of fungus spreads mainly by spores carried on the wind in spring to infect new trees, however, the galls or knotty growths are not noticeable until late summer or even fall, after trees have lost their leaves. Now is the time to develop a prevention plan. What Is Black Knot Fungus Apiosporina morbosa is the responsible pathogen for the disease called Black Knot, which creates symptoms of black, knotty growths or galls that form on twigs, limbs, and sometimes […]

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Fancy Foliage: 8 New Plants To Adorn The Garden

Fancy Foliage: 8 New Plants To Adorn The Garden

Often considered secondary to flowering perennials, these ornate plants enhance a landscape with richness, color, and texture through stately refinement and grace. They can be added to complement your existing design or as a foundation for an all-new garden. Jung Seed Company is excited to offer eight new plants to adorn the garden. Ferns Perennial ferns come in a variety of colors and shapes. They are an excellent addition to shade gardens. Ferns grow well with hostas and heuchera. Jurassic Gold Fern This fern is full of amazing color transitions. The new foliage emerges in tones of orange then fades […]

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Create A Mardi Gras Themed Garden

Create A Mardi Gras Themed Garden

American Mardi Gras first began around 1699 near New Orleans by a French-Canadian explorer named Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville. Although Mardi Gras can be traced back as far as the 17th century in Europe. While it started off with religious practices, it has since become more of a general celebration. Mardi Gras Day is filled with music, parades with floats, parties, and food. Mardi Gras is well known for the colors associated with this celebration – green, purple, and gold. The history behind the colors is a fascinating one dating back to 1872 when the King of the Carnival proclaimed […]

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Pruning Shrubs In Winter

Pruning Shrubs In Winter

The weather outside may be cold, but there is something that can be done in the garden this time of year.  Winter is an ideal time to prune your shrubs, for several reasons.  The lack of foliage on the shrubs allows you to view their structure, giving you an idea of how much pruning is needed.  Pruning shrubs during dormancy is less stressful for the plant, compared to pruning during the growing season.  Pruning in late winter allows the wounds left by the pruning cuts to heal quicker, reducing potential disease or insect problems down the road. Why Prune Shrubs? […]

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7 Heart-Healthy Foods You Can Grow

7 Heart-Healthy Foods You Can Grow

February is the month of the heart. We celebrate the special people in our lives with Valentine’s Day. But did you know February is also heart health month? Starting in 1963, heart health month focuses on creating awareness and education of cardiovascular health. One way to improve your heart health is to eat heart-healthy foods. Here are the top seven foods you can grow that are great for your heart. Almonds & Walnuts Almonds and walnuts are excellent sources of vitamins and minerals critical for heart health. They can reduce bad cholesterol and reduce plaque buildup. Walnuts have more antioxidants […]

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Complete Guide To Lizards, Frogs & Toads In The Garden

Complete Guide To Lizards, Frogs & Toads In The Garden

Any gardener knows that having a familiarity with the creatures that live in their garden is crucial to raising healthy vegetables, beautiful flowers, and other pretty perfect plants. Everyone knows about the benefits that bugs and insects like worms, bees, and ladybugs bring to the garden as soil aerators, pollinators, and pest exterminators, respectively. Any gardener you ask will also have a rant cued up about the frustration of dealing with hungry rabbits, marauding deer, and interloping aphids. Less well known, however, are the pros and cons of the various lizards, frogs, and toads that are likely to call a […]

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7 Flowering Shrubs Perfect For Your 2022 Garden

7 Flowering Shrubs Perfect For Your 2022 Garden

As we begin planning our spring gardens, many think about all the beautiful flowers they want to grow. However, did you know shrubs are the foundation of many landscapes? Shrubs do not have to be boring. Jung Seed has seven new shrubs that have real flower power! Coral Miracle™ Rose This rose has a vibrant coral color looks amazing in the landscape. The rounded bushes have dark green, disease-resistant foliage that allows the 3 1/2 inch double blooms to really shine. Self-cleaning plants bloom all summer long, requiring very little maintenance growing to a size of 3 to 4 feet. […]

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15 Garden Trends: 2022 Color Of The Year

15 Garden Trends: 2022 Color Of The Year

2022 has arrived! It is time to start planning your garden. Jung Seed has a wide variety of new items this year. How do you choose from so many wonderful options? Why not get some inspiration from the new Color of the Year! This year Pantone has chosen Very Peri, a blueish-purple color. It is described as “displaying carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit, inquisitive and intriguing PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri helps us to embrace this altered landscape of possibilities, opening us up to a new vision as we rewrite our lives. Rekindling gratitude for […]

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