by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 19, 2014 | flower, Garden, gardening
A native wildflower to North America, there is around 70 species of columbine. Medicinally the petals have been used as an astringent and to sooth sore throats, however, the roots and seeds are poisonous. Symbolism of the flower ranges from foolishness to Aphrodite,...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 14, 2014 | flower, Garden, gardening
Patience is not my virture, however, I waited 3 years for this beauty to bloom and it was worth it. Stunning! Tree peonies have been growing in China for over 1300 years to a height of 5 – 10 feet. The flower is about 12 inches and imparts a delicious...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 13, 2014 | flowers, Garden, gardening
by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 8, 2014 | Garden
Wisteria, native to the South, like kudzu is quite invasive. However of the two I would choice wisteria for its color and fragrance. However, I must admit I vigorously cut it down in my backyard as it will kill my trees. There have been reports of wisteria covering an...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 6, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
My yellow jasmine is starting to bloom in my backyard! The name of this vine varies from Carolina jessamine, yellow jessamine, trumpet vine, evening trumpet flower etc. etc. Basically all one should know is that it is native to South Carolina and their state flower....
