Most rose seeds don't germinate, but plants produce many seeds. Harvest ripe rose hips when they turn red, orange, brown, or purple. Remove pulp from seeds using water and sieve. Soak seeds in 3% hydrogen peroxide solution for one hour
Good soil is essential for flower growth. Choose flowers based on light requirements. Visit gardening center to select appropriate flowers. Check flower tags for growth characteristics. Consider native flowers for local conditions
Chrysanthemum x morifolium is the Queen of Fall Flowers. Blooms come in 13 classes from petite to giant spider-like forms. Plants can reach 3 feet tall with regular pinching. Blooms occur when day length is 12 hours or less
Amaryllis is a spring-blooming bulb from South America's Hippeastrum genus. True amaryllis (Amaryllis) is native to South Africa. Name comes from Greek "amarysso" meaning "to sparkle"
Dahlias are tuberous plants with flowers ranging from 2-15 inches tall. They come in over 60,000 named varieties and 18 official flower forms. Dahlias are perennials in Zones 8 and higher, annuals in Zones 7 and lower
Geraniums originated in South Africa and spread to England in 1841. Over 400 varieties exist, divided into four main categories. Zonal geraniums are common garden varieties with colored bands. Martha Washington produces bi-colored flowers ideal for colder climates. Ivy leaf geraniums thrive in water and require moist soil