Annual Flowers – When to Plant Them – Starting Seeds Indoors

Most Annual Flower Seeds Need No Cold Stratification What Is Cold Stratification of Seeds? Some seeds, especially those of the perennial native wildflowers, need to be placed in a cold place for a period  before the time for germination. It is okay if those seeds are stored in a refrigerator, but I choose to sow…

The Importance of Planting Pollinators in Your Garden

I have written several posts about the pollinators I plant in my gardens. Generally speaking, I focus on planting perennial pollinators. But I also add several annual pollinators. For instance, I plant Heavenly Blue Morning Glory Vines EVERY year, and the morning glories I plant are annuals. What Is A Garden Annual? An annual is…