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Late summer can see a dearth of blooms, often leaving the gardener to rely on those few perennials that blossom before the fall, or those that have a long-lasting bloom period stretching into September. Blooming trees and shrubs are nearly absent this time of year, with a few exceptions, the most curious being the Franklin...

Summer puts the spotlight on prairie plants in Missouri, and many of the most hardy, drought-tolerant, and attractive native perennials occur in prairies, woodland edges and glades.  Meadow phlox (Phlox maculata) is often found growing along moist, open woodlands, or moist meadows along rivers and streams.  This peculiar phlox species is a little more finicky...

Our dear friends at Alpha, Heavy Riff and Public House are on board for October 14th and 15th!  More to come… TICKETS ON SALE AUGUST 15th This year our annual Beer Barons tour will be on October 14 and 15 from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The tasting tent will once again be set near...

Many gardeners find solace in growing flowering ornamental plants, brightly coloring the yard with different shapes and textures, constantly changing with the seasons.  Gardeners often set aside room to grow fresh vegetables, typically in rows, treated very differently than those flowering ornamentals.  However, everyday garden vegetables can be just as eye catching as any garden...