Tag: Watters Garden Center

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Bluebeard Revitalize your late summer garden with Bluebeard, a stunning shrub that delivers airy clusters of blue blooms when most other plants are winding down. It’s a low-maintenance beauty, thriving in full sun and…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener The iconic Monarch butterfly, known for its striking black and orange wings spanning up to four inches, is a beloved sight in gardens and meadows. However, its populations have faced alarming declines in recent…

By Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Many have gardened in places where the soil is rich, its pH perfectly balanced and the climate blessed with consistent rainfall, gentle sun, and plant coddling humidity. If you have dug a hole in…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Although tall, attention-grabbing flowers may be the first plants considered for your container gardens, they are not the most critical blooms in the pot. Plants that spill, flow, and cascade over the edge of…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Hybrid tea roses are the most popular type of rose in Prescott. They are a cross between hybrid perpetual and old-fashioned tea roses. Hybrid teas are known for their long, sturdy stems, perfectly shaped…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Looking for plants that thrive in full shade can be challenging. ‘Full shade’ refers to areas that receive less than three hours of direct sun daily and filtered sun for the rest of the…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Readers Digest Condensed Version of this Article Perennials are known for resilience and longevity, but few bloom all season long. Autumn Sage, Catmint, Coral Bells Heuchera, Cranesbill Geranium, Daylily, Grace N Grit Roses, and…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Imagine a garden that not only delights your eyes with vibrant colors and lush textures but also tantalizes your nose with the irresistible aroma of chocolate. While the idea might sound like a Willy…

by Ken Lain, the mountain gardener Readers Digest Condensed Version of this Article #1 Tall Roses and Climbers inject vibrant color into evergreen foundation plantings. #2 Roses grow well in large containers for years of fragrant enjoyment on patios, decks,…

By Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener Few can resist the impressive sight of a giant sunflower or a stand of stately delphiniums in the landscape. If you’ve overlooked the appeal of tiny flowers, you’re missing out on a world of…