EVERY YEAR, RIGHT around Valentine’s Day, I begin soaking, sprouting and starting seeds, dreaming of the fragrant blossoms to come. This year, I’m tweaking my familiar garden ritual. Earlier this ...
CORVALLIS – Sweet peas are a classic flower in English gardens since they were introduced in the 17th century from southern Italy and have transplanted well to all parts of the world, including ...
Growing sweet peas is like making perfect pie crust. Some people have the knack, some don’t. With either, you never know unless you try and experiment until you get it right. Fall is the ideal time to ...