Paula Atwell

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New Flowers, Fruits and Vegetables for 2014

Now that Spring has finally sprung, it’s time to think about gardening and what plants you’d like to grow this year. If you’re considering trying something new in 2014, Burpee has a large selection of classic and favorite plants, as well as several new offerings of flowers, vegetables, and fruits for 2014. Here we take […]

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Disporum, Night Heron

Night Heron, also known as Disporum cantoniense, is an unusual flower that originates from seeds collected in Sichuan, China. These black flowers are also sometimes referred to as Chinese fairy bells. Night Heron (Disporum) will emerge from the ground in the spring as purplish-black stems that resemble asparagus plants. These stems may reach heights from […]

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Planning Out a Fairy Garden

Updated for 2017 Fairy gardens are a cute and decorative way to add a touch of whimsy to any home or garden. They are a fun way to let your imagination and creativity run wild, while creating something beautiful at the same time. A fairy garden can be in a designated area in your yard, […]

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Starter Seed Packs for Your Fairy Garden & Other Specialty Gardens

It’s that time of year to begin thinking about planting a garden this spring for summer and fall enjoyment. If you plan on starting your plants from seeds, now that danger of the last frost has passed in most areas, it’s time to get started. Garden In The Koop starter seed kits have everything you […]

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Black Star Calla Lily

The Black Star Calla Lily, or Zantedeschia , has a very dark reddish black color on its funnel shaped flowers, as well as a very dark stem. Of all the calla lilies, it is the only one with a reddish burgundy colored trim on the edges of the leaves. This black flower looks very striking […]

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Voodoo Sedum Perennial Ground Cover

If you are looking for a colorful plant selection for areas in the garden that are difficult for other plants to grow in, Voodoo Sedum (Sedum Spurium Voodoo) is a great choice. Also known as Stonecrop Sedum, this is a variety of succulent that provides colorful ground cover and thrives in areas with poor, dry, […]

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Black Nigra Hollyhock (Alcea rosea): Perfect Bloom for a Gothic Garden

Do you want to create a garden which will stand out from the rest but definitely not the conventional type you see in most homes? If you are looking for excitement in your garden then a gothic theme might do perfectly well for you. This is not your usual ever-blooming garden of happiness. A gothic […]

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Miniature Garden Trolls for Your Garden

If you are looking to create a whimsical or gothic style garden, you probably realize that accessories can add just as much to the theme as the plants and landscaping choices. A well placed gargoyle, trellis, or other statuary can really make your garden pop. For a gothic theme, consider adding some mischievous garden trolls […]

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Starter Kits and Indoor Plants for Kids

Teach Your Kids to Plant a Garden with these Great Starter Kits Starter kits and indoor plants for kids are great for your child to have gardening fun indoors anytime of the year. Seedlings can be started a couple of weeks before planting season and sprouts can be grown and harvested all year long indoors. […]

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Coffee is Not Just for Drinking – Use it in Your Garden

Coffee is very popular as a hot or cold beverage. It’s favorite to many for the start of their day. While sipping from a double macchiato is popular, not many people know about using coffee grounds in your garden. Coffee is used by many gardeners; they use coffee grounds in composting piles to create rich, […]