The "One and Done" Flower: Why Petunias Are My Window Box MVP
In this blog post, I'm sharing the behind-the-scenes journey of my 2026 petunia season—from a rocky start with germination to the lush, trailing window boxes I’m dreaming of for summer. I’ll walk you through why I pivoted to Carmine Velour and Plum Pudding hybrids in February, my specific timeline for up-potting to ensure massive root systems, and my 'tough love' pruning method that keeps my displays vibrant until the first frost.
Why I’m Growing Nano Geraniums This Year
In this blog post, I'm sharing the journey of starting my favorite 'one and done' garden staples: hybrid geraniums. I’m diving into why I chose the compact Nano Lavender and Nano Pink varieties to fill my 2026 window boxes and containers, along with the exact steps I took from starting seeds in late January to up-potting them this March.