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Pineapple Lily | A Pollinator to Attract Bees and Butterflies to the Garden

Posted on April 4, 2021 by The Editors of Garden Variety

I was introduced to the pineapple lily years ago while visiting a friend’s garden and fell in love instantly because of its uniqueness. My friend had them growing as border plants and the bi-colored flowers growing from green bracts brought … Continue reading →

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Hen and Chick Poppy | A Unique Flower for the Garden

Posted on April 19, 2019 by The Editors of Garden Variety

Fast becoming a poplar addition to many perennial gardens, the Hens and Chicks Poppy (Papaver Somniferum) is a beautiful, albeit unusual, plant. In the spring, it features a single flower featuring stunning petals ranging in color from pink to dark … Continue reading →

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Five Common Edible Flowers In The Home Garden

Posted on April 20, 2017 by The Editors of Garden Variety

Did you know, there are edible flowers in most home gardens? Many gardeners grow plants for visual appeal and for their fruit, but many flowers also offer the same taste as their hosts.