Thursday, February 7, 2008

Though the weather may be gray, the nurseries abound with color, from the stunning coral of a maple’s bark to the classic beauty of orchids. And the “seeds” of future abundance abound in dormant roses, vegetable seeds and starts, fruit trees, and more. Take a look! (And don’t forget that Valentine’s Day will soon be here!)




Dull winter days are brightened by the beautiful bark of the Sango Kaku Maple


Cymbidium orchids provide dramatic winter color. They need filtered light outdoors. The large blossoms make great cut flowers.


Evergreen Hardenbergia loves cool weather and will bloom prolifically for the next few months


Phalaenopsis orchids come in many colors–burgundy, pink, yellow, white–and bloom for 2 to 3 months, much longer than cut flowers




Winter-blooming Daphne has a heavenly and unforgettable fragrance


Indoor Azaleas for your special someone . . . perfect for Valentine’s Day!


Bright Anthurium blossoms bring the tropics into your home on a chilly winter day


Dormant roses planted now will be blooming in a few months!


Enjoy your own locally-grown organic fresh greens now, and start an artichoke for summer harvest