By Lorraine Kiefer Carnations are such pretty ruffled blooms that last for a couple of weeks in clean water. How appropriate that this long lasting bloom be the flower of the month for January.

So, what was the significance of Anna Jarvis’ white carnation? Besides being a popular, fragrant bloom that is easy to grow in our Zone 6 and lasts a long time as a cut flower, there is much ...

This is because, during the summer months, plant cells begin to divide rapidly, encouraging root growth. Gardeners' World's experts added: "Propagating plants by cuttings is an easy and cheap way ...

Dyed crass colors and sold in delis, the flower is almost universally scorned. But fashionable tastemakers are outsnobbing the snobs and restoring the bloom's once-regal status.