Why Wildflowers?
So you’ve been thinking about planting wildflowers for a while. Well, now is the time! Fall is a great time to plant wildflowers as it mimics the natural cycle
of flowers that drop their seed at the end of the growing season.
September 14, 2012
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Mike Lizotte · 
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Tags: Planting Wildflowers in Fall, wildflower planting, wildflowers · Posted in: Gardening in Fall, How-Tos, Wildflowers
Beat The Heat!
Or, at least manage the heat. We have been getting calls from gardeners across the country who are worried about their gardens in this severe heat. There are several steps you can take during hotter months to help keep your plants healthy and several ways to plan ahead for next summer by planting wildflower and perennial plants that are drought-tolerant.
July 23, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · 2 Comments
Tags: drought-tolerant perennials, Perennials, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Vegetable Seeds, Wildflowers
How-To Video: Planting a Wildflower Meadow
Have questions about planting a wildflower meadow? The Seed Man is here to help with this how-to video where he gives tips on choosing the right seed, preparing the land, sowing the seed, and after care. Please stay tuned for more how-to videos from the Seed Man and other gardening experts at American Meadows. Enjoy!
July 2, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · One Comment
Tags: Wildflower meadow how-to, wildflower planting, wildflowers · Posted in: How-Tos, Wildflowers
Sweet Fragrance in the Garden
My Shirley Temple Peonies just opened their snow white blooms and my first instinct was to lean down and take a breath of their intoxicating scent. The sweet fragrance of blooms adds a lovely sensory element to your garden bursting in color. Scatter fragrant perennials and spring bulbs throughout your garden to enjoy the wonderful, sweet scent all season – Both outside in your garden and brought inside for beautiful, sweet-smelling bouquets.
May 30, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: fragrant plants, Perennials, spring bulbs, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Wildflowers
Rockin’ Out: Building a Rock Garden
Do you have a sloped or awkward piece of land that you are having trouble planting? Rock Gardens not only provide a low-maintenance, long-lasting solution to those hard-to-plant places, but are aesthetically pleasing by contrasting rough, jagged rocks with delicate, gorgeous blooms. They are actually quite simple to create and once complete, the rewards of the Rock Garden will pay for the effort ten times over.
May 11, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: drought-tolerant perennials, Perennials, Rock Garden, wildflower planting, wildflowers · Posted in: Gardening in Fall, Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Wildflowers
Gardening for the Birds
Birds are one of the most fascinating creatures to watch and their chirps are often the first sign that spring has arrived. As a gardener, there are several ways to create an environment that will both attract and help our winged friends. By planting a garden that provides food and shelter for birds, you will create a beneficial, lively habitat in your own outdoor space.
April 6, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: Birds, Butterfly Bushes, garden design, garden planning, Perennials, Shrubs, wildflower planting, wildflowers · Posted in: Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Wildflowers
Effortless Blooms
Although weeding, watering, staking and all the other get-your-hands-dirty aspects of gardening are therapeutic to many, some gardeners are looking for an easy-to-plant, easy-to-grow solution for a space filled with blooms. Fortunately, there are quite a few varieties of seed, bulbs, and plants that require little care, staking, and are disease-resistant.
April 3, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: choosing plants, fall bulbs, Low Maintenance, Perennials, planting, spring bulbs, wildflower planting, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Fall, Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Wildflowers
Can’t Water?
There are many reasons why gardeners are unable to water their plants as frequently as they would like; there could be water restrictions in their region, the garden plot could be hard to reach, or they are working on conservation and wanting to garden simply by the means of Mother Nature. It doesn’t matter what type of gardener you are – There are many seed, bulb, and perennial plant choices that will tolerate dry conditions and provide a long-lasting, vibrant show of color!
March 29, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: drought, drought-tolerant perennials, Perennials, spring bulbs, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Fall, Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Wildflowers
Fabulously Floral Weddings
Flowers not only symbolize growth and new beginnings, but create a stunning, vibrant show of color and drama – perfect for your special day! Flowers are an inherent part of weddings, but some of our customers have taken this idea to a whole new level with creative, fun ways to use our products in their weddings – blooming or not!
February 28, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: Weddings, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, How-Tos, Wildflowers
Our Favorite Garden Stories from the Year
One of our favorite aspects of working with gardeners all across the country is hearing their success stories and getting the opportunity to glimpse into their gardens. Each year we interact with tens of thousands of happy customers and collect their letters, testimonials, and garden stories from their experiences with American Meadows.
December 1, 2011
· Amanda Shepard · 2 Comments
Tags: amaryllis, black eyed susan, cosmos, wildflowers · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Fall, Gardening in Spring and Summer, Gardening in the Winter, Perennials, Wildflowers
