Ask Categories: Annuals

Is alyssum back to my garden?

I planted alyssum seeds, that said annual, in several pots and transferred them to sunny garden. They bloomed so beautifully and lasted until mid of fall. This spring I planted the seeds again. Then I noticed that when they sprouted…

North facing balcony with indirect sun

Hi there. I just bought condo in Toronto with has a very large open terrace facing north. i have been told it does get hot in summer and very windy. There appears to be sun on terrace in afternoon. I…

Balcon Geraniums

Any idea where I can buy these Geraniums? Used to be sold by Plant World but they are no longer around. Thanks.…

Nicotiana Slow to Grow

Hi Master Gardener, I seeded some nicotiana seed about 8 weeks ago. They eventually (2-3 weeks) germinated. But here is the question: They are simply refusing to thrive. They have stayed the same size since they germinated. They have four…

Balcony Geraniums

Where can I purchase these plants in Ontario.  I used to get them from Plant World until they closed down.  I can’t find anyone who carries the true Balcony Geranium with the long trailing habit much longer than the regular…

Scented Geranium

I live in Toronto and am looking for a scented geranium for container growing.  Where can I find one?…

What type of Pinguicula/ butterwort are these?

How big can they grow and can their leaves turn red?  What are the optimal care conditions (soil mix, location, water, fertilizer, humidity, airflow, lighting etc) for them in a typical Torontonian home? Can they have summer vacation?The diameter of…