Perennials

by David Salman Gravel paths meandering through colorful perennial garden beds in California courtyard with Verbena, Salvia, Penstemon. Cottage gardening is a very popular both in England and the US....

By David Salman, High Country Gardens Founder 'Standing Ovation' Little Bluestem Grass (Schizachyrium scoparium) is an exceptional native ornamental grass and has four seasons of beauty. Most notably it has...

As the American West is experiencing increasingly frequent droughts, we as individuals need to get creative on how we can manage our water use – especially in the garden. Water...

The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (shown above) is a tool that can help you find the right plants for your yard. What Are USDA Zones? USDA zones are based...

by David Salman Founder David Salman caring for rare succulents in the greenhouse. Founder and Chief Horticulturist David Salman Weighs In On The "Dumbing Down" Of Horticulture The "Big Box"...

by High Country Gardens Paying Attention to Water, Sunlight, and Winter Cold. When planning your water-wise gardening, you'll find it very helpful to become well acquainted with the growing conditions...

by David Salman, High Country Gardens Founder When it comes to planning a flower garden or preparing for a newly landscaped area of your yard, there are lots of choices...

by High Country Gardens Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender ), Tickseed (Coreopsis), Partridge Feather (Tanacetum) and Silky Thread Grass (Nasella) Horticulturist David Salman's Favorite Combos For me, the most satisfying element...

By David Salman With spring right in our midst, that itch to dig in the garden and start planting runs strong. Following are a few pointers to ensure success when...

by High Country Gardens Agastache Blue Boa. This genus of native plants has held my full attention for more than 20 years. During that time, I have enjoyed growing, breeding...

By David Salman, Chief HorticulturistI've always considered the Penstemon family to be the royalty of our Western wildflowers. Their beauty and regal presence in bloom are unmatched by few other...

Most perennial plants enter a natural state of dormancy during winter in response to cold temperatures and shorter daylight hours. Dormant plants often arrive without visible stems or leaves, but...